Tessa Paul

The broad-ranging introduction of this book unravels the myths that surround sainthood, explaining why pious heroism is described through legend and how relics signify the reality of the saints. Then, the second half of the book is an illustrated encyclopedia of over 500 saints, in chronological order from the Apostles to saints of the 20th century, encompassing saints from all over the world. The life and work of each saint is described. Far more than a dictionary of saints, this book explores the conditions of sainthood and tells the lives of the saints. It offers a comprehensive, modern approach to this fascinating subject.

An Authoritative Visual Guide to the Lives and Works of Over 500 Saints, with Expert Commentary and Over 500 Beautiful Paintings, Statues & Icons

The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Saints

Ronald Creighton-Jobe

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

Nigel Chadwick

Stefan T. Buczacki

Edited by Stefan Buczacki, best known for his appearances on Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time, this handbook picks up on the essentials that all gardeners need to know to make better, more beautiful gardens. These include advice on choosing plants and ideas for planting plans.

The Essential Guide for Success with Plants

The Gardener's Handbook

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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