The Life and Legends of St. Francis of Assisi by Father Candide Chalippe were first published in Paris in 1727. It is well-written, reliable, instructive, elevating, and inspiring. The facts and legends are drawn from the oldest and most reliable sources. The abundance of incidents and anecdotes not to be found elsewhere make the volume eminently enjoyable. At the same time, the reflections and applications the author now and then interweaves with the narrative are soreplete with practical hints on the spiritual life. The style, though simple, at times graphic, is very pleasing; the narrative flows on with equal ease and freedom. Download the free ebook here (we have another biography of Francis of Assisi here: link):
The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi
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