Publisher's Synopsis
Saints In The Sky: The Story Of St. Catherine Of Siena For Children is a book written by Mary Fabyan Windeatt. It tells the story of St. Catherine of Siena, a young girl who lived in the 14th century and became one of the most important saints in the Catholic Church. The book is written for children and is designed to help them understand the life and teachings of St. Catherine. The story begins with St. Catherine's childhood in Siena, Italy, where she was born into a large family. From a young age, St. Catherine was deeply religious and felt a strong calling to serve God. She devoted herself to prayer and self-discipline, and eventually became a member of the Dominican Order. As she grew older, St. Catherine became known for her wisdom and her ability to counsel others. She also played an important role in the politics of her time, using her influence to help bring peace to Italy and to convince the Pope to return to Rome from Avignon. Throughout her life, St. Catherine had many mystical experiences and visions, which she believed were messages from God. She also wrote extensively, including letters to important figures of her time and a book called The Dialogue, which is still read and studied today. Despite facing many challenges and opposition from those who did not understand her, St. Catherine remained steadfast in her faith and her commitment to serving God. She died at a young age, but her legacy lives on through her writings and the many people she inspired. Overall, Saints In The Sky: The Story Of St. Catherine Of Siena For Children is a beautifully written and inspiring book that introduces children to the life and teachings of one of the most important saints in the Catholic Church. It is a must-read for any child interested in learning more about the lives of the saints and the history of the Catholic Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
