Francis De Sales: A Study Of The Gentle Saint (1909)

By M. Stacpoole Kenny and Louise M. Stacpoole-Kenny

Book Overview

""Francis De Sales: A Study Of The Gentle Saint"" is a biographical book written by Louise M. Stacpoole-Kenny in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the life and works of Saint Francis De Sales, a French bishop and theologian who lived in the 16th and 17th century. The author explores the saint's early life, education, and his journey towards priesthood. The book also delves into his missionary work, his founding of the Order of the Visitation, and his role in the Counter-Reformation. The author portrays Francis De Sales as a compassionate and gentle saint who devoted his life to the service of God and the Church. The book provides a comprehensive study of the life and legacy of this remarkable religious figure, and is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the lives of its saints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116403216X
• ISBN13: 9781164032168
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"