Catherine of Siena
- One of the most acclaimed biographies of St. Catherine of Siena
- Moving and memorable portrait of Catherine
- By Nobel Prize winner Sigrid Undset
- Sensitive, zealous, engaging and beautifully told life story
- A must-read for those devoted to St. Catherine or who enjoy the lives of the saints
One of the greatest novelists of the twentieth century, Undset was no stranger to hagiography. Her meticulous research of medieval times, which bore such fruit in her multi-volume masterpieces Kristin Lavransdatter and The Master of Hestviken, acquainted her with some of the holy men and women produced by the Age of Faith. Their exemplary lives left a deep impression upon the author, an impression Undset credited as one of her reasons for entering the Church in 1924.
Catherine of Siena was a particular favorite of Undset, who also was a Third Order Dominican. An extraordinarily active, intelligent, and courageous woman, Catherine at an early age devoted herself to the love of God. The intensity of her prayer, sacrifice, and service to the poor won her a reputation for holiness and wisdom, and she was called upon to make peace between warring nobles. Believing that peace in Italy could be achieved only if the Pope, then living in France, returned to Rome, Catherine boldly traveled to Avignon to meet with Pope Gregory XI.
With sensitivity to the zealous love of God and man that permeated the life of Saint Catherine, Undset presents a most moving and memorable portrait of one of the greatest women of all time.
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- Created Date:
- 2023-04-13
- Devotions:
- Saints & Blesseds
- Supplier:
- Ignatius Press
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- Books & Accessories
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- short_description:
- Discover the captivating life of St. Catherine of Siena through Sigrid Undset's acclaimed biography. Written by a Nobel Prize-winning author, this beautifully told narrative draws from primary sources, personal experiences, and a deep understanding o
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- f human nature. Explore the extraordinary faith and courage of Catherine as she sought peace in a divided Italy. A must-read for enthusiasts of saintly lives and historical biographies.
Catherine of Siena
$19.95
