Index of Books by Dr. Tom Latham
Read the true story of Dr. Tom Latham, tracing his journey from a troubled, abandoned youth in Oregon to a passionate follower of Christ and pioneering missionary in Brazil. This new edition is reorganized for smoother reading, adds additional content, and includes 137 vibrant color illustrations, mostly photographs from Dr. Latham’s private collection.
Embark on a heart-pounding faith-based journey through the wilds of Brazil. When Shane and his friends set out for a summer adventure in Brazil, they expect excitement — but nothing could prepare them for the challenges that await. From surviving a lightning strike over the Atlantic Ocean to navigating the treacherous Amazon jungle, the group faces piranha-infested rivers, a crushing snake, and life-threatening apex predators such as caimans.
This is a powerful and practical guide for missionary work, drawn from a doctoral dissertation. With over 50 years of experience in Brazil, Dr. Latham offers invaluable insights into the challenges missionaries face, including culture shock, financial struggles, interpersonal conflicts, and family life. Whether you’re a veteran missionary or a novice, this book is an essential resource to help you thrive in your calling and make a lasting difference.
This fictional memoir tells an extraordinary story of a woman’s journey from abandonment, addiction, and despair to redemption and purpose through faith in Christ, based on the life of a real person. Loretta’s life spirals out of control into alcoholism, gambling, and danger—including run-ins with the Mafia, harrowing escapes across continents, separation from her family, shipwreck, and imprisonment in a Soviet Siberian camp during the Cold War.
Experience the American frontier of the early 1800s like never before in The Mountain Man, by Dr. Tom Latham—a gripping tale of tenacious survival, enduring faith, and transformative redemption. Follow Garrett Tompkins and White Bird as they navigate danger, forge unlikely alliances, and fight for freedom in a land where every choice means life or death. Adventure, heart, and hope await in this unforgettable historical epic. Live the adventure.

"The author has done a fantastic job of mixing adventure, mystery,
and crime thriller into this suspenseful Christian storyline."
Book 1: The Snow Peak Robbers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 3: The Buzzard Butte Poachers
Book 4: The Eastern Rodeo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 5: The Linn County Vandals
Book 6: The Nez Perce Treasure ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 8: The Precarious Plane Ride
Book 9: The Empty Coffin Mystery
Book 10: The State Championship ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 13: Princess Ana Pinetree
Book 14: Christmas Vacation in San Francisco
Novel: The Brazilian Adventure