Love Mercy: A Mother and Daughter’s Journey — Unabridged Audiobook
Mother: Love Mercy is Lisa Samson and her daughter Ty’s account of a journey to Swaziland that shifts from an intended mission trip to a personal encounter with AIDS, poverty, and the people they meet. This unabridged English audiobook runs for 5 hours and 49 minutes.
At a glance
- Told through the perspectives of Lisa Samson and her eighteen-year-old daughter, Ty.
- Focuses on their experiences in Swaziland and encounters with people affected by AIDS and poverty.
- The listing describes the content as an unabridged audio download for an iPod, MP3 player, or other dedicated audio download device.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format preserves the full account, with a stated listening time under six hours.
- Two perspectives frame the journey and the people the authors encounter.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Lisa Samson, see all |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Sarah/Christine Rutan/Williams, see all |
| Listening length | 5 hours and 49 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
|---|---|
| Publication date | February 5, 2010 |
What to know before buying
- The listing presents this as an audio download intended for a dedicated audio device. Confirm that the format suits your preferred listening setup.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in faith-oriented accounts of travel, service, and personal change.
- Those seeking a mother-and-daughter narrative about encounters with AIDS and poverty in Swaziland.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a light or purely recreational travel story. The described subject matter includes child prostitution, illness, abuse, poverty, and death.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top category, but a smaller share falls in the middle and lower categories. This offers a cautious indication of generally favorable reception, not evidence about specific narration or content preferences. The listing’s unabridged, 5-hour-and-49-minute format may help listeners judge whether the audiobook fits their plans.
Frequently asked questions
What is Love Mercy about?
Lisa Samson and her daughter Ty describe a journey to Swaziland that brings them into contact with people affected by AIDS, poverty, and other hardships, and changes their perspective on the trip.
How long is the audiobook?
The listing gives a listening length of 5 hours and 49 minutes.
Is this an abridged recording?
No. The listing identifies the audiobook version as unabridged.
What kind of device is the download intended for?
The listing says it is designed for an iPod, MP3 player, or other dedicated audio download device.
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