Onesimus: Memoirs of a Disciple of St. Paul

"Onesimus: Memoirs of a Disciple of St. Paul" by Edwin Abbott Abbott, spins a tale of a young slave named Onesimus in the ancient world as he's swept into the burgeoning Christian community and the powerful influence of St. Paul. Presented as a memoir, our protagonist is one of twin brothers that begins with abandonment as babies, but he is brought into a world of servitude after a tragic event occurs when his childhood comes to an abrupt end. Themes of faith, freedom, and change flourish as it follows him on his journey. He grapples with newfound beliefs as he struggles to find his place in the world. Onesimus’s reflections on love, trust, and the nature of God set the stage for a deeper investigation of faith.