The Poisonwood Bible

Set in the Belgian Congo in 1959, the narrative unfolds through the perspectives of the wife and four daughters of Nathan Price, a zealous Baptist missionary. As they navigate the cultural and environmental challenges of Africa, their beliefs and possessions undergo profound transformations. The story explores themes of faith, cultural clash, and the impact of colonialism, chronicling the family's tragic disintegration and eventual resilience over thirty years in a changing landscape.