Customer Reviews for Paraclete Press Saint Francis of Assisi

Chesterton's biographical portrait of the popular patron saint is considered one of the best appreciations of St. Francis's life ever penned. Chesterton recounts the life and times of Francis of Assisi and reveals the Francis who attempted to end the Crusades on the one hand, and interceeded with the emperor on behalf of the birds on the other. Ideal for gift-giving, this beautiful edition offers all of G.K. Chesterton's insight, humor, and wit as he uncovers the real meaning of the life of the world's most beloved saint.