St. Francis Of Assisi: His Times, Life And Work

By W. J. Knox Little

Book Overview

""St. Francis of Assisi: His Times, Life and Work"" is a biography written by W.J. Knox Little about the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, a Catholic friar who founded the Franciscan order. The book not only covers the life of St. Francis but also provides a historical context of the time period he lived in. The author explores the social, political, and religious climate of Italy during the 12th and 13th centuries, which helps readers understand the challenges St. Francis faced as he tried to spread his message of peace and love. The book also delves into the various miracles and spiritual experiences that St. Francis had throughout his life, including his famous encounter with a leper that changed his life forever. The author also discusses the impact that St. Francis had on the Catholic Church and how his teachings continue to inspire people today. Overall, ""St. Francis of Assisi: His Times, Life and Work"" is a comprehensive biography that provides readers with a deep understanding of one of the most beloved saints in Catholicism.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: 1163104701
• ISBN13: 9781163104705
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"