The Life Of Saint Rose Of Lima (1855) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166236311)

The Life of Saint Rose of Lima is a biographical work written by Frederick William Faber in 1855. The book details the life of Saint Rose of Lima, a 17th-century Peruvian laywoman who is considered the first saint of the Americas. Faber explores Saint Rose's life from her birth in Lima, Peru, to her death at the age of 31. The book covers her early life as a devout Catholic, her decision to live a life of solitude and self-mortification, and her eventual canonization by the Catholic Church. Faber also delves into the cultural and religious landscape of Peru during Saint Rose's lifetime, providing readers with a glimpse into the social and political context in which she lived. The Life of Saint Rose of Lima is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism in the Americas 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.

Author: Frederick William Faber
ISBN-10: 1166236315
ISBN-13: 9781166236311
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 268
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d