Lives of the Saints

Lives of the Saints
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Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
Total Pages : 210
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780771075995
ISBN-13 : 0771075995
Rating : 4/5 (95 Downloads)

Synopsis Lives of the Saints by : Nino Ricci

When young Vittorio Innocente’s mother, Cristina, is bitten by a snake in the family stable, no one sees the blue-eyed stranger leaving except for Vittorio. He struggles to keep his mother’s secret but secrets in a small village are hard to keep, and while Cristina’s belly gradually grows under her loose dresses, they find themselves shunned by their superstitious neighbours. A classic of Canadian literature, Lives of the Saints has earned many distinctions since it was originally published in 1990. It was a national bestseller for seventy-five weeks, received the Governor Generals Literary Award for Fiction, the W.H. Smith / Books in Canada First Novel Award, and the F.G. Bressani Prize. In England it won the Betty Trask Award and Winifred Holtby Memorial Prize, in the U.S. was shortlisted for the Los Angeles Times Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction, and in France was an Oeil de la letter Selection of the National Libraries Association. It was also adapted into a miniseries starring Sophia Loren.

The Little Book of Saints

The Little Book of Saints
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Publisher : Chronicle Books
Total Pages : 193
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781452105697
ISBN-13 : 1452105693
Rating : 4/5 (97 Downloads)

Synopsis The Little Book of Saints by : Christine Barrely

Learn about the lives and works of over eighty saints in this collection, featuring ninety-two colorfully illustrated holy cards. How does Saint Christopher keep us safe when we travel? Why is Saint Patrick always depicted with a nest of snakes? How did Cecilia come to be the patron saint of music? These wonders and more are explained in this treasure of a book. The perfect book for the devout or any religious occasion, this captivating collection recounts the extra-ordinary legends, heartrending stories, joys, and sorrows of the most beloved saints, from the famous to the mysteriously obscure. Beautifully illustrated with historical pictures from prayer books and missals, this elegant keepsake is a joy to have.

Modern Saints

Modern Saints
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Publisher : TAN Books
Total Pages : 600
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781505102499
ISBN-13 : 1505102499
Rating : 4/5 (99 Downloads)

Synopsis Modern Saints by : Ann Ball

Stories of 55 saints, beati, and holy people of the past 200 years, along with their pictures; most are actual photographs. Includes St. Gemma Galgani, St. Bernadette, St. Maria Goretti, St. John Neumann, Padre Pio, Edith Stein, St. Peter Julian Eymard, St. Frances Cabrini, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. John Bosco, St. Dominic Savio, and many, many more. Will bring hours and hours of pleasure and entertainment to the entire family.

Lives of the Saints II

Lives of the Saints II
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Publisher : Catholic Book Publishing Company
Total Pages : 528
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0899428754
ISBN-13 : 9780899428758
Rating : 4/5 (54 Downloads)

Synopsis Lives of the Saints II by : Thomas J. Donaghy

This companion book to "Lives of the Saints" includes short biographies of other Saints not included in the official post-Vatican II liturgical calendar for the Universal Church.

Illustrated Lives of the Saints

Illustrated Lives of the Saints
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Publisher : Catholic Book Publishing
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0899429394
ISBN-13 : 9780899429397
Rating : 4/5 (94 Downloads)

Synopsis Illustrated Lives of the Saints by : H. Hoever

This new collection, which includes a short biography of a Saint or Blessed together with a prayer for each day of the year, is in accord with the Roman Martyrology (2004 edition) and the Liturgical Calendar for the United States. Over 80 full-color illustrations and ribbon marker enhance this volume.

Butler's Lives of the Saints

Butler's Lives of the Saints
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Publisher : Paraclete Press (MA)
Total Pages : 340
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1557254222
ISBN-13 : 9781557254221
Rating : 4/5 (22 Downloads)

Synopsis Butler's Lives of the Saints by : Bernard Bangley

There is no greater authority on the saints than Alban Butler, and his enormous research has been the standard reference on the subject for the last two and a half centuries. This new adaptation of Butler's multi-volume Lives of the Saints presents a modernized text for today's reader and provides an illuminating guide to these historic, symbolic, and foundational Christian men and women. Butler's daily readings from the lives and works of the saints offer readers of all backgrounds the opportunity to engage directly with these great figures. Butler's distinctive contribution to stories about saints was to turn attention away from the superhuman, miraculous themes that are prevalent in earlier works. He gives us saints who are examples of Christian living, who provide inspiration for our own lives, in every time and circumstance. As Butler writes: "They were once what we are now, travelers on earth. They had the same weaknesses we have. We have difficulties; so had the saints." Important features of this version include mention of recently canonized saints as well as those whose path to official sainthood is still in progress. Also included in the daily readings are more obscure saints whose lives and contributions to Christianity should not be forgotten.

The Lives of the Saints

The Lives of the Saints
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Publisher : Barnes & Noble Publishing
Total Pages : 550
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1566195160
ISBN-13 : 9781566195164
Rating : 4/5 (60 Downloads)

Synopsis The Lives of the Saints by : Omer Englebert

"Historically accurate information on more than 2,000 legendary saints, organized month by month according to the liturgical calendar. Learn the facts about the saints who have inspired masterpieces & given their names to our towns & to us." --provided by Goodreads.

My Life with the Saints (10th Anniversary Edition)

My Life with the Saints (10th Anniversary Edition)
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Publisher : Loyola Press
Total Pages : 410
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780829444537
ISBN-13 : 082944453X
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis My Life with the Saints (10th Anniversary Edition) by : James Martin

“Martin’s final word is as Jungian as it is Catholic: God does not want us to be Mother Teresa or Dorothy Day. God wants us to be most fully ourselves.” —Washington Post Book World WITTY, WRYLY HONEST, AND ALWAYS ORIGINAL, My Life with the Saints is James Martin’s story of how his life has been shaped by some surprising friends—the saints of the Catholic Church. In his modern classic memoir, Martin introduces us to saints throughout history—from St. Peter to Dorothy Day, St. Francis of Assisi to Mother Teresa—and chronicles his lifelong friendships with them. Filled with fascinating tales, Martin’s funny, vibrant, and stirring book invites readers to discover how saints guide us throughout our earthly journeys and how they help each of us find holiness in our own lives. Featuring a new chapter from Martin, this tenth-anniversary edition of the best-selling memoir updates readers about his life over the past ten years. In that time, he has been a New York Times best-selling author, official chaplain of The Colbert Report, and a welcome presence in the media whenever there’s a breaking Catholic news story. But he has always remained recognizably himself. John L. Allen, Jr., the acclaimed Catholic journalist, contributes a foreword that shows how Martin has become one of the wisest and most insightful voices of this era. “An outstanding and often hilarious memoir.” —Publishers Weekly “One of the best spiritual memoirs in years.” —Robert Ellsberg “Remarkably engaging.” —U.S. Catholic One of Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of the Year Winner of the Christopher Award Winner of the Catholic Press Association Book Award

Saints

Saints
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 400
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781681887487
ISBN-13 : 1681887487
Rating : 4/5 (87 Downloads)

Synopsis Saints by : Weldon Owen

Start each day with this beautifully illustrated gift book on 365 saints in the Christian heritage. Organized by saints’ specific feast days, each page of this beautifully illustrated book provides a day’s worth of history, tradition, and inspiration from the lives and teachings of the saints in the Christian canon, from St. Apollonia to St. Zita. This illustrated book of days tells the life stories, ministry, and beatification of 365 Saints, each beautifully rendered with classic paintings and historic iconography. Designed to become a family heirloom, this reference book lists each saint’s common patronages so readers can call upon them with prayers for intercession during times of trouble, sickness, or loss. A perfect gift for Christenings, Confirmations, birthdays, and holidays.

Short Lives of the Saints

Short Lives of the Saints
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 434
Release :
ISBN-10 : COLUMBIA:CR59921730
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (30 Downloads)

Synopsis Short Lives of the Saints by : Eleanor Cecilia Donnelly