The White Queen of Okoyong: A True Story Adventure Heroism and Faith

Livingstone presents Slessor's journey as one filled with adventure and profound faith. He describes how she traveled deep into the Nigerian jungle, settling in Okoyong, an area rife with tribal conflict, superstitions, and practices such as human sacrifice. Through sheer determination, Slessor earned the respect of the local people, mediating disputes and stopping harmful practices such as the killing of twins, which was based on local beliefs that twins were cursed.The biography emphasizes Slessor's bravery, resilience, and deep commitment to improving the lives of the people she served. Her role as a mediator and advocate for women's and children's rights, as well as her efforts to establish schools and spread Christianity, are central themes in the book. The White Queen of Okoyong not only highlights Slessor’s courage in the face of danger but also her remarkable ability to blend cultural sensitivity with her mission work, making her a figure of both adventure and faith who left a lasting legacy in Nigeria.