The Life of St. Francis of Assisi

The Life of St. Francis of Assisi
Author: G. K. Chesterton
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2019-06-03
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
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Saint Francis of Assisi founded the men's Order of Friars Minor, the women's Order of Saint Clare, the Third Order of Saint Francis and the Custody of the Holy Land. Francis is one of the most venerated religious figures in history. In Chesterton's portrayal St. Francis is a mysterious figure and a man of paradox. Putting him and his life into historical perspective, Chesterton describes why his asceticism was necessary for his cause and what drove him to his life.