The Complete Francis of Assisi: His Life, the Complete Writings, and the Little Flowers - Paperback

by Jon M. Sweeney (Editor)

Discover the life, words, and enduring legacy of one of history's most beloved saints--all in one powerful volume.The Complete Francis of Assisi is a beautifully curated, all-in-one collection that offers one of the most comprehensive and accessible introductions to Saint Francis available today. Combining biography, primary writings, and classic stories, this volume invites readers to encounter the heart, humility, and spiritual depth of the man who changed the course of Christian history. "This edition from Paraclete Press would seem to be the best and most authoritative for the general reader..." --The Irish Catholic Unlike other editions, this unique collection brings together three essential works in one--offering both the story of Francis's life and his own words of faith and devotion: Included in this volume:

• The Little Flowers - A beloved collection of inspiring and often miraculous stories about Francis and his early companions that helped shape his enduring legacy
• Francis of Assisi in His Own Words: The Essential Writings - A powerful compilation of his letters, prayers, and monastic rules, revealing the spiritual foundation of the early Franciscan movement
• The Road to Assisi by Paul Sabatier - A groundbreaking and influential biography that brings Francis's journey vividly to life

Through these pages, you'll encounter the man who renounced wealth, embraced poverty, served the outcast, and found God in all of creation--from the poorest of the poor to the birds of the air.Why readers love this edition:

• A complete and authoritative introduction to Saint Francis in a single volume
• Combines biography, original writings, and classic stories
• Ideal for spiritual growth, Christian study, and personal reflection
• A timeless resource for those interested in Catholic spirituality, saints, and church history

"A loving, inspiring portrait... readers are left feeling they have spent meaningful time with the man who continues to inspire us." -- Booklist

Whether you are discovering Saint Francis for the first time or returning to his teachings, this collection offers a rich and rewarding journey into a life marked by radical faith, humility, and joy.Step into the world of Francis of Assisi--and be inspired to live with greater simplicity, compassion, and devotion.

Author Biography

Jon M. Sweeney is an author, husband, and father of four. He has been interviewed on many television programs including CBS Saturday Morning, Fox News, and PBS's Religion and Ethics Newsweekly. His popular history The Pope Who Quit: A True Medieval Tale of Mystery, Death, and Salvation was optioned by HBO. He's the author of thirty-five other books, including The Complete Francis of Assisi, When Saint Francis Saved the Church, the winner of an award in history from the Catholic Press Association, and The Enthusiast: How the Best Friend of Francis of Assisi Almost Destroyed What He Started. Sweeney is also the author of The Pope's Cat series for children. He presents often at literary and religious conferences, and churches, writes regularly for America in the US and The Tablet in the UK, and is active on social media (Twitter @jonmsweeney; Facebook jonmsweeney).