""St. Francis of Paula"" is a biography of the Italian saint of the same name, written by Eliza Allen Starr. The book delves into the life of St. Francis, from his miraculous birth to his death and canonization. The reader is taken on a journey through the saint's childhood, his early years as a hermit, and his eventual founding of the Order of Minims. The book also explores the many miracles attributed to St. Francis, including his ability to heal the sick and his power over nature. Throughout the book, Starr weaves in historical context, providing a glimpse into the political and religious landscape of Italy during St. Francis' lifetime. The book is written in a reverent and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers alike.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Patron Saints, by Eliza Allen Starr. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766141942.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.
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