The Book of Saints: Inspirational Stories and Little-Known Facts

by Jenny Schroedel

Overview

In The Book of Saints, you'll learn about the fascinating lives (and sometimes untimely deaths) of more than 85 saints-and the miracles ascribed to them. In this authoritative new edition, you'll find rare quotes, little-known facts, and captivating stories of heroism and personal sacrifice, including:

• Traditional Saints
• European, African, and Asian Saints
• Soon-to-be Saints
• Disappearing Saints

 
From Mary, the mother of Jesus, to early European saints like Saint Valentine, to modern men and women who are now being considered for sainthood, The Book of Saints reveals the personalities and piety of these intriguing people--and the ways in which their unwavering devotion to God

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781435144705
Publisher:	Fall River Press
Publication date:	09/11/2013
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	383,661
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 7.30(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Jenny Schroedel (Chicago, Il) is a columnist for Boundless Webzine and has published numerous articles about spirituality and practical life. She is the author of The Everything® Mary Book and a children's book, The Blackbird's Nest: Saint Kevin of Ireland.