--- product_id: 37530846 title: "The Wine of Astonishment" price: "₨713" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/37530846-the-wine-of-astonishment store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # The Wine of Astonishment **Price:** ₨713 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Wine of Astonishment - **How much does it cost?** ₨713 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/37530846-the-wine-of-astonishment) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Wine of Astonishment is a powerful and heart-wrenching story of the persecution of Spiritual Baptists during British colonial rule in Trinidad from 1917 to 1951. The novel, situated in the remote village of Bonasse, is narrated by Eva, a middle-aged peasant and member of the Baptist Church. Her insider view, conveyed in Trinidadian Creole, pulls readers into the communal character of the Church, the oppression of West Indian people, political corruption, and the disparate motivations of community members. Earl Lovelace's poignant novel placed him in the front ranks of Caribbean writers and established his international reputation. His well-crafted tale of change and perseverance connects us with authentic, complicated characters who struggle to exercise their freedom and retain their identity. Through their experiences of hope, betrayal, and humiliation we gain a better understanding of ethnic and religious strife and West Indian culture. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction by Marjorie Thorpe 1. Bee Goes to See Ivan Morton 2. The War Still Fighting 3. We Church 4. To Break the Law 5. Bolo and Prince 6. Elections 7. Bolo Returns 8. Badjohn 9. The Calamity 10. The Church Comes Back Other titles by Caribbean writers from Waveland Press Brodber, Jane and Louisa Will Soon Come Home (ISBN 9781478622840); Brodber, Myal (ISBN 9781478623113); Hodge, Crick Crack, Monkey (ISBN 9781478606598); and Warner-Vieyra, Juletane (ISBN 9781478611783). Review: WINE OF ASTONISHMENT - The Wine of Astonishment chronicles truthfully and vividly the tale of the persecution and perseverance of the Spiritual Baptist Faith in Trinidad from 1917 to 1951. History made available in the narrative - many may never read the history but many will read the story - the story is a true story. Lovelace's conversational narrative script offers easy reading and engages the reader's involvement in Wine as in his other works. His accurate use of the Trinidadian Creole displays the natural beauty and unique nuances of the language. His narrative explores the perceptions of the characters from his omniscient author perspective and brings to life the value and the power of faith in God. His is not a fictional or isolated tale of an individual or make-believe community; his is the chronicling of a dark time in the history of a nation when a people's freedom of worship was denied them by misuse of the very laws that enshrined such freedom. It is the recounting of the triumph of faith when the Prohibition Law of 1917 was repealed in 1951 and the Spiritual Baptists were free to ring the bell for freedom. My Faith - Spiritual Baptist Christian Review: Superb read - The voice of this narrator is exquisite. It rings with poetry and art. This author has crafted his character’s stories so beautifully that you can’t help but crawl into their skins. Bolo leaves you loving him and hating him until you’re exhausted with it. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #633,792 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #26,527 in Literary Fiction (Books) #52,642 in American Literature (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 36 Reviews | ## Images ![The Wine of Astonishment - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OrZJdAxiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WINE OF ASTONISHMENT *by D***. on August 21, 2012* The Wine of Astonishment chronicles truthfully and vividly the tale of the persecution and perseverance of the Spiritual Baptist Faith in Trinidad from 1917 to 1951. History made available in the narrative - many may never read the history but many will read the story - the story is a true story. Lovelace's conversational narrative script offers easy reading and engages the reader's involvement in Wine as in his other works. His accurate use of the Trinidadian Creole displays the natural beauty and unique nuances of the language. His narrative explores the perceptions of the characters from his omniscient author perspective and brings to life the value and the power of faith in God. His is not a fictional or isolated tale of an individual or make-believe community; his is the chronicling of a dark time in the history of a nation when a people's freedom of worship was denied them by misuse of the very laws that enshrined such freedom. It is the recounting of the triumph of faith when the Prohibition Law of 1917 was repealed in 1951 and the Spiritual Baptists were free to ring the bell for freedom. My Faith - Spiritual Baptist Christian ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb read *by A***T on February 1, 2020* The voice of this narrator is exquisite. It rings with poetry and art. This author has crafted his character’s stories so beautifully that you can’t help but crawl into their skins. Bolo leaves you loving him and hating him until you’re exhausted with it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Post colonialism transitions *by C***E on June 30, 2023* Bonassee, is a small village in rural Trinidad. The novel is set in 1940s and discusses the trials and tribulation of the people living in Bonassee trying to survive the changes on a Caribbean island during the war. Themes of poverty, survival and oppression. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/37530846-the-wine-of-astonishment](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/37530846-the-wine-of-astonishment) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-07-23*