Publisher's Synopsis
""Saint Clare of Assisi: Her Life and Legislation"" is a historical and biographical book written by Ernest Gilliat-Smith and first published in 1914. The book tells the story of Saint Clare of Assisi, a follower of Saint Francis of Assisi and the founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, also known as the Poor Clares. The book covers Saint Clare's life, from her childhood in a wealthy family to her decision to join Saint Francis and dedicate her life to serving the poor and living a life of poverty. The book also explores the legislation and rules that Saint Clare established for her order, including the strict rules of poverty, chastity, and obedience that the Poor Clares were expected to follow. The book provides a detailed account of Saint Clare's life and her contributions to the Catholic Church, as well as the impact that she had on the lives of those around her. Overall, ""Saint Clare of Assisi: Her Life and Legislation"" is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a deeper understanding of the life and work of this important historical figure. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church or the lives of the saints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
