Wambu: The Complete Trilogy by Piet Prins

Book Description

Deep in the heart of New Guinea's primeval jungle, young Wambu, son of a tribal chieftain, finds himself at the crossroads of two worlds—one ruled by ancestral superstition and the other by a strange new faith in a God he has never known.

When Wambu and his father rescue a mysterious fugitive girl named Sirja, they unwittingly ignite a clash with the village witch doctor, whose iron grip on the tribe begins to unravel. Sirja speaks of Jesus, and with her words come both hope and peril. As tensions rise, a disastrous headhunt and a brutal counterattack from the cannibal village of Kitoe leave Wambu alone, wounded, and on the run.

Pursued by enemies, tormented by old fears, and fighting the jungle itself, Wambu embarks on a harrowing journey through darkness and doubt. Along the way, he must confront not only the dangers of the wilderness but also the war within his own soul—a battle between fear and faith, hatred and mercy, the old ways and the new.

In this unforgettable trilogy of rescue, courage, and spiritual awakening, Wambu grows from a fearful boy into a man of conviction. With the fate of his people hanging in the balance, he must decide once and for all who he will become—and whom he will follow.

Author

Piet Prins, the pen name of Dutch author Pieter Jongeling (1909-1985), was a gifted storyteller who combined his love for adventure with a deep Christian faith. A journalist, politician, and teacher, Prins wrote numerous books for children, most notably the Scout series, which has captivated readers worldwide with its thrilling tales of loyalty, courage, and trust in God. His works continue to inspire generations, offering both entertainment and meaningful lessons grounded in a biblical worldview.

Additional Information

Cover: Softcover
Number of Pages: 558
Publisher: Paideia Press
Publication Date: 2025