St. Lioba

By Eliza Allen Starr

Book Overview

St. Lioba is a book written by Eliza Allen Starr, which tells the story of the life and legacy of the titular saint. Lioba was a nun who lived in the eighth century and was a contemporary of St. Boniface, the apostle of Germany. The book chronicles Lioba's journey from her early life in England to her eventual arrival in Germany, where she became a prominent figure in the Church. Throughout the book, Starr explores Lioba's deep faith and her commitment to spreading the gospel, even in the face of adversity. She also delves into the historical context of Lioba's life, providing readers with a rich understanding of the social and religious landscape of medieval Europe. St. Lioba is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the lives of the saints, the history of the Church, or the role of women in religious life. Starr's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book a great choice for both scholars and casual readers alike.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Patron Saints, by Eliza Allen Starr. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766141942.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: 1162837225
• ISBN13: 9781162837222
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"