Patrick: Saint of Ireland

By Joyce Denham and Diana Mayo

Book Overview

This book on St. Patrick for kids recounts the life of one of our most celebrated saints. In Patrick: Saint of Ireland, author Joyce Denham draws upon legend and St. Patrick's own writings to tell kids this saint's fascinating story and to offer them important lessons about life and faith. St. Patrick's own prayers provide a lyrical element to the adventure. Luminous illustrations by renowned artist Diana Mayo help young readers understand how St. Patrick brought light into a dark time of cruelty and superstition. The combination of beautiful artwork and lively storytelling makes this book a wonderful keepsake. Ages 4 and up.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0829418180
• ISBN13: 9780829418187
• Release Date: February 2002
• Publisher: Loyola Press
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

About a man whose faith left its mark on history

Written by Joyce Dunham and nicely illustrated by Diana Mayo, Patrick: Saint Of Ireland is an ideal picturebook biography introducing young readers to the life of Patrick, Ireland's patron saint who returned to the land of his captivity preaching a message of Christian love and faith. Presenting the three-leafed shamrock as a metaphor for the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Trinity of God, Patrick spread his teachings despite opposition from those who worshiped pagan gods. A powerful rendition of a man whose faith left its mark on history and a highly recommended addition to family and parochial school library collections.