Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Saint Jerome is a biographical account of the renowned Christian theologian and historian, Saint Jerome. Written by Frate Matheo da Ferrara, an Italian Franciscan friar, the book delves into the life and legacy of Jerome, who is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the development of Christian thought and literature.The book covers Jerome's early life and education, his conversion to Christianity, and his subsequent travels and work as a translator and theologian. It also explores his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, including Saint Augustine and Pope Damasus I.Throughout the book, Frate Matheo provides a vivid and detailed account of Jerome's life, drawing on a range of primary sources and historical records. He also offers insights into the theological and cultural context in which Jerome lived, highlighting the ways in which his work shaped the development of Christian thought and practice.Overall, The Life of Saint Jerome is a fascinating and insightful biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of Christianity's most influential figures.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.