assisi

The story of the life of St. Francis of Assisi, who rejects his wealthy background to lead a life of poverty, good works, and kindness to animals, told as though spoken by the saint himself.

The author captures all the excitement and beauty of these two popular Saints' lives, and their centuries-long influence on the whole world through their radical living of the Gospel and founding of two religious orders.

Looks past popular legends to examine the life of Francis of Assisi, discussing the social, cultural, and political forces of medieval Italy that influenced his progression from playboy to penitent, to poor man, to saint.

Reviews the lives and works of two members of Assisi society, Francis and Clare, who renounced their wealth and founded religious orders dedicated to relying on God and living in peace, poverty, and humility.

A biography of the young Italian who gave up his wealth in order to devote his life to preaching God's word and caring for the poor.

Photographs and illustrations profile the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Italy and show what the Basilica looked like before it was destroyed in an earthquake on September 26, 1997.

A biography of the wealthy young Italian who gave away all his possessions to become a wandering preacher and protector of animals.

A portrait of the Christian saint and the influence of the religious order that took his name.