St. John Capistran: Reformer

By John Hofer

Book Overview

""St. John Capistran: Reformer"" is a book written by John Hofer that delves into the life and work of St. John Capistran. St. John Capistran was a Franciscan friar who lived in the 14th and 15th centuries and was known for his tireless efforts to reform the Catholic Church. The book explores Capistran's early life, his decision to become a friar, and his rise to prominence within the church. It also delves into his work as a reformer, including his efforts to combat corruption and promote the ideals of poverty and simplicity within the church. The book provides a detailed account of Capistran's travels throughout Europe, where he preached and worked to bring about change within the church. It also discusses his role in the Hussite Wars, where he led a crusade against the Hussites and helped to secure a victory for the Catholic Church. Overall, ""St. John Capistran: Reformer"" is a comprehensive and insightful look at the life and work of one of the most influential figures in Catholic Church history.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: 1432508598
• ISBN13: 9781432508593
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"