Saints and Heroes to the End of the Middle Ages (Illustrated)


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Written by George Hodges, an American Episcopal priest, and first published in 1905, "Saints and Heroes to the End of the Middle Ages" has since become a classic work in the field of Christian literature and hagiography (the study of saints). In the book, Hodges provides biographical sketches and inspirational narratives of a wide range of Christian figures, including both well-known saints (Chrysostom, Augustine or Saint Bernard) and lesser-known individuals who have made significant impacts on the Christian tradition. The author explores their lives and stories, highlighting their virtues, sacrifices, and contributions to the faith. This new edition is illustrated with classic paintings and comes with an Easy to Read Layout making reading comfortable.







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Saints and Heroes to the End of the Middle Ages


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An excellent introduction to the history of the church through portraits of twenty of the most important saints and heroes of the faith from the third century A.D. to the time of the Reformation. Includes Cyprian, Athanasius, Ambrose, Chrysostom, Jerome, Augustine, Benedict, Gregory the Great, Columba, Charlemagne, Hildebrand, Anselm, Bernard, Becket, Langton, Dominic, Francis, Wycliffe, Hus, and Savonarola. Suitable for ages 11 and up.