Saint Clare of Assisi

A Light for the World
Author(s):
Marianne Lorraine Trouve, FSP
Illustrator(s):
Mary Joseph Peterson, FSP
ISBN:
819871222
Copyright:
2009
Publisher:
Pauline Books & media
Series:
Encounter the Saints
Binding:
Softcover
Number of pages:
111 pages
Grade / Age level:
Elementary
Review:

With warm, cute illustrations, and accessible language, the courageous story of Saint Clare comes alive in this little book! Young readers will be captivated by the story of a girl who gave up everything for the love of God! Her many miracles, her life in poverty, the love she had for Saint Francis and her sisters: it is all in there.

A final chapter explains how the order grew and subsequent decisions made about it-- for instance the changing of its name to the Order of Saint Clare in 1263. There are also a beautiful prayer and a glossary for terms that may be unfamiliar to young readers.

Reviewed By:
Ana Braga-Henebry
Review Date:
8-2-2010
Available From:
your local bookstore

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