Little Book of Saints
By (Author) Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books
16th March 2011
16th March 2011
United States
General
Non Fiction
270.0922
Hardback
192
Width 107mm, Height 157mm, Spine 28mm
280g
How does Saint Christopher keep us safe when we travel Why is Saint Patrick always depicted with a nest of snakes How did Cecilia come to be the patron saint of music These wonders and more are explained in this treasure of a book. The perfect gift for the devout or any religious occasion, this captivating collection recounts the extra-ordinary legends, heartrending stories, joys and sorrows of the most beloved saints, from the famous to the mysteriously obscure. Beautifully illustrated with historical pictures from prayer books and missals, this elegant keepsake is packaged with a padded cover, gilded edges and a ribbon marker - a joy to have and to give.