The Search for God and Guinness: A Biography of the Beer that Changed the World
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| Rating | : | 4.33 (749 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0718011333 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Wonderful study of the Guinness family" according to Cecelia Cody. To most people Guinness means dark malt consumed on St. Patrick's Day. This book covers the entire family called "Guinness" and all the marvelous things the various family members have engaged, from brewers to ministers, from a worldwide distribution of the product, to the missionary efforts of some of the members of the clan.Impressive are the efforts of the Guinness "company" to meet the needs of socie. Excellent!!!!! R. PHILLIPS Stephen Mansfield does it again! This is an excellent read about a famous family and their famous brand. Several take-aways from the Guinness story. Do one thing really, really well before you diversify. Invest in your people. Consider all the facts before you act, then act quickly. Think long-term rather than short-term. Always look for God's Providence and follow His will as best you can know it.. Outstanding read An outstanding book that reviews the exceptional ties that the Guinness family had to founding the Guinness Brewery, to the Ministry and other business ventures. Amazing to learn about the amazing support of this family for their employees and their communities. Serves as a model for business today. Exceptional reading to see how a company takes social responsibility and blends it to drive value for thei
It was a disease ridden, starvation-plagued, alcoholic age, and Christians like Arthur Guinness—as well as monks and even evangelical churches—brewed beer that provided a healthier alternative to the poisonous waters and liquors of the times. The history of Guinness, one of the world’s most famous brands, reveals the noble heights and generosity of a great family and an innovative business.It began in Ireland in the mid 1700s. This is where the Guinness tale began. The tale that unfolds during those two and a half centuries has power to thrill audiences today: the generational drama, business adventure, industrial and social reforms, deep-felt faith, and the noble beer itself."Frothy, delicious, intoxicating and nutritious! No, I'm not talking about Guinness Stout—I'm talking about Stephen Mansfield's fabulous new bookThe amazing and true story of how the Guinness family used its wealth and influence to touch millions is an absolute inspiration." — Eric Metaxas, New York Times best-selling author"It's a rare brew that takes faith, philanthropy
About the AuthorStephen Mansfield is the New York Times bestselling author of Lincoln's Battle with God, The Faith of Barack Obama, Pope Benedict XVI, Searching for God and Guinness, and Never Give In: The Extraordinary Character of Winston Churchill. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife, Beverly.
He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife, Beverly. . Stephen Mansfield is the New York Times bestselling author of Lincoln's Battle with God, The Faith of Barack Obama, Pope Benedict XVI, Searching for God and Guinness, and Never Give In: The Extraordinary Chara