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Saint Francis of Assisi (Hendrickson Classic Biographies)
Saint Francis of Assisi - Hendrickson Classic Biographies Author:G. K. Chesterton The patron saint of plants and animals brought about a rediscovery of God's natural world and in this beautifully crafted biography, Chesterton shows us the human side of one of the most beloved figures in the Christian calendar. He was a man who loved women, but swore himself to celibacy, a man who loved the pleasures of the world, but held him... more »self to an austere poverty, a man who saw the lavish pageantry of the high society in the Middle Ages and chose to dedicate his life to the Church. This charming and cleverly written chronicle goes straight to the heart of the man who was Saint Francis by following his life, his lessons, and his walk with God.« less