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St. Francis, by G.K. Chesterton, is a sketch of St. Francis of Assisi in modern English may be written in one of three ways. Between these the writer must make his selection; and the third way, which is adopted here, is in some respects the most difficult of all. At least, it... Read Full Overview

Francis of Assisi is, after Mary of Nazareth, the greatest saint in the Christian calendar, and one of the most influential men in the whole of human history. By universal acclaim, this biography by G. K. Chesterton is considered the best appreciation of Francis's life--the one... Read Full Overview

Saint Francis of Assisi is one of the most beloved and well-known saints in the Catholic church. In this biography, G. K. Chesterton relays the unique and inspirational life of the humble saint. Starting life as a wealthy young man full of life and spirit, Francis soon joined... Read Full Overview

This edition offers all of G. K. Chesterton's insight, humor, and wit as he uncovers the real meaning of the life of the world's most popular saint. All Francis's life was a series of plunges and scampers, darting after the beggar, dashing naked into the woods, tossing himself... Read Full Overview

The patron saint of animals, birds, and the environment, Francis of Assisi led the rediscovery of nature in the Christian West. This magnificent spiritual biography by the phenomenally popular G. K. Chesterton -- a convert to Catholicism -- chronicles the beloved saint's calling,... Read Full Overview

La c lebre biograf a sobre San Francisco de As s aparece en 1923. Chesterton quiere demostrar que la vida de un santo puede ser una historia mucho m s rom ntica que la mejor de las novelas. La admiraci n de Chesterton hacia San Francisco est ligada a su convicci n de que la... Read Full Overview

Chesterton was an orthodox religious person, eventually converting to Roman Catholicism. In 1923, he wrote this short biography of St. Francis of Assisi, after whom Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio chose his papal name, Pope Francis, when he was elected as the 266th and current... Read Full Overview

A sketch of St. Francis of Assisi in modern English may be written in one of three ways. Between these the writer must make his selection; and the third way, which is adopted here, is in some respects the most difficult of all. At least, it would be the most difficult if the... Read Full Overview

"St. Francis of Assisi" is a biography written by G.K. Chesterton, first published in 1923. The book explores the life, beliefs, and legacy of Francis of Assisi, one of the most venerated figures in Christian history, known for his devotion to poverty, his love for nature, and... Read Full Overview

St. Francis of Assisi, Italian San Francesco d'Assisi, baptized Giovanni, renamed Francesco, in full Francesco di Pietro di Bernardone, (born 1181/82, Assisi, duchy of Spoleto Italy]-died October 3, 1226, Assisi, founder of the Franciscan orders of the Friars Minor (Ordo... Read Full Overview

Francis of Assisi is, after Mary of Nazareth, perhaps the greatest saint in the Christian calendar, and one of the most influential men in the whole of human history. By universal acclaim, this biography by G. K. Chesterton is considered the best appreciation of Francis's... Read Full Overview

"Explore the life and spirit of one of history's most revered figures with 'St. Francis of Assisi' by the celebrated author G.K. Chesterton. In this captivating biography, Chesterton delves into the remarkable journey of St. Francis, a man whose profound faith and unwavering... Read Full Overview

A sketch of St. Francis of Assisi in modern English may be written in one of three ways. Between these the writer must make his selection; and the third way, which is adopted here, is in some respects the most difficult of all. At least, it would be the most difficult if the... Read Full Overview

A new edition of Chesterton's classic biography of St. Francis.Visit ChestertonBooks.com to see other books in this G. K. Chesterton series.

Alongside St. Ignatius, who founded the Jesuits, St. Francis of Assisi is widely regarded as one of the most venerated saints in the Catholic Church due to his work establishing religious Orders that have done an incalculable amount of good and service for societies. Like St... Read Full Overview

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