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Charles Phillips

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The Complete Illustrated Guide to Catholicism

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A dictionary of Catholic saints that places their biographies in religious and social contexts.

A Guide to the Lives and Works of Over 300 of the World's Most Notable Saints, with Expert Commentary and More Than 350 Beautiful Illustrations

An Illustrated Dictionary of Saints

This beautiful book chronicles the fascinating history of sainthood, unravelling the myths and addressing such issues as martyrdom, relics, patronage and canonisation. It discusses what a saint is and explains the selection and canonization process, and covers subjects such as miracles, feast days and pilgrimages. A special section explores how sainthood is depicted in art. Themed pages throughout the book give lists of patron saints and feast days, and discuss in more detail topics such as The Holy Family, Celtic Saints, Warrior Saints, Saintly Popes and the Incorruptibles. The final chapter contains in-depth studies of some of the world's most called-upon and best-loved saints, including Mary the Mother of God, John the Baptist and James the Great, St Christopher, Thomas, Peter and Paul, Jerome, Benedict, Gregory the Great, Francis of Assisi and more. The book is illustrated with more than 200 images of saints, beautiful churches and relics, among them some of the finest works of art in the Western and Eastern traditions. A valuable reference book, this expert guide will inform every reader interested in discovering more about Christianity and the company of saints.

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