Saints Behaving Badly: The Cutthroats, Crooks, Trollops, Con Men, And Devil-Worshippers Who Became Saints
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Author: Thomas J. Craughwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: DOUBLEDAY, 2006
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A fascinating work of historical non-fiction, Saints Behaving Badly uncovers the surprising and often scandalous pasts of individuals who ultimately achieved sainthood. This engaging narrative chronicles the lives of various cutthroats, crooks, and other colorful characters, revealing the complex and sometimes contradictory paths to canonization. The author presents a witty and insightful examination of religious history, challenging conventional notions of piety and virtue. It illustrates how even those with the most checkered histories found redemption and recognition within the Church, offering a fresh perspective on the human condition and the nature of faith.
Author: Thomas J. Craughwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: DOUBLEDAY, 2006
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A fascinating work of historical non-fiction, Saints Behaving Badly uncovers the surprising and often scandalous pasts of individuals who ultimately achieved sainthood. This engaging narrative chronicles the lives of various cutthroats, crooks, and other colorful characters, revealing the complex and sometimes contradictory paths to canonization. The author presents a witty and insightful examination of religious history, challenging conventional notions of piety and virtue. It illustrates how even those with the most checkered histories found redemption and recognition within the Church, offering a fresh perspective on the human condition and the nature of faith.