My Father, Maker of the Trees: How I Survived the Rwandan Genocide

by Tracey D. Lawrence, Eric Irivuzumugabe

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In 1994, 16-year-old Eric Irivuzumugabe climbed a cypress tree and remained there for 15 days without food or water. He wasn't trying to win a bet with his friends - he was attempting to save his life. Eric is a survivor of the 1994 Rwandan genocide that claimed the lives of 800,000 people in just 100 days. In the midst of indescribable loss, and without a job, a home, or an education, Eric was determined to start a new life for himself and his two surviving brothers. My Father, Maker of the show more Trees is the story not only of his physical survival, it is the story of his spiritual rebirth and the role he is playing in the healing and redemption of his land and people. His incredible account will show readers the reality of evil in the world as well as the power of hope. Eric's message of God's relentless love through our darkest circumstances will encourage and inspire. show less

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poetreegirl 163 reviews

An amazing story of survival during the Rwandan genocide, and the presence of God in the most unlikely places.

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No one has to live as a victim. Whether you face the scars of abuse, have lost loved ones or have physical or emotional pain every day, God sees you and has not forgotten you! He is waiting for you to reach out to Him and answer the call that is on your life. The Power of God is at work, even in the darkest of worlds.

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