Lives and Legends of the Saints: With Paintings from the Great Art Museums of the World

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Summary: The Saints That Touch Our Lives
Review: This special book is a treasure. As a child, our school celebrated the feast day of many saints in the Catholic faith. This book gave me the opportunity to learn about why their lives (and their deaths) were significant. Each saint's story is one page and accompanied by a beautiful work of art depicting their life. The book also identifies each saint's honor as the "Patron Saint" of people in certain situations, or professions. Did you know that St. Christopher is the patron saint of travelers? Did you know Saint Dorothy is the patron saint of florists? With the exception of St. Patrick's day on March 17, most people do not know the dates we honor specific saints. I am pleased to inform you that this is included inside the back cover of the book. As a CCD teacher I have used this book to teach children in 5th grade about the saints and it is one of their favorite lessons. I have shared this book with friends as well have children. I strongly recommend this book for all ages.