Book #55: "The Mourning Dove"

When I wrote this entry, I was at my parents' house, and my mom and I discussed the difference between an allegory and a parable. As it happens, it's a squares and rectangles situation: all parables are allegories, but not all allegories are parables. Specifically, it would seem that "parable" only refers to the allegories taught by Jesus in the Bible.

However, I maintain that "parable" describes this book better than "allegory" does. In addition to being based on this Biblical story, the lessons it teaches about love and forgiveness are worthy of the finest sermon in any church.

My affection for this lovely little book are only increased by its setting, which is my hometown.

Author: Larry Barkdull

Potentially objectionable content: There's a somewhat intense scene toward the end.