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The Penguin Dictionary of Saints (Penguin Reference Books)
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The Penguin Dictionary of Saints (Penguin Reference Books) Paperback - 1995

by John, C

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Penguin, 1995. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams, ISBN:9780140513127
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  • Title The Penguin Dictionary of Saints (Penguin Reference Books)
  • Author John, C
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition 3rd Revised edit
  • Pages 400
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Penguin, London
  • Date 1995
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 8734377
  • ISBN 9780140513127 / 0140513124
  • Weight 0.76 lbs (0.34 kg)
  • Dimensions 7.9 x 5.04 x 0.82 in (20.07 x 12.80 x 2.08 cm)
  • Ages 18 to UP years
  • Grade levels 13 - UP
  • Themes
    • Religious Orientation: Christian
    • Theometrics: Catholic
  • Library of Congress subjects Christian saints - Biography - Dictionaries
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 96165638
  • Dewey Decimal Code B

Summary

An invaluable work of reference, this Penguin dictionary gives an account of the lives and legends of the major saints, many of whom have played important roles in history, as well as those who are less well-known.

• Provides information on men and women ranging from the Biblical saints to the recently canonized
• Offers wide coverage of the saints of Great Britain and Ireland
• Aims to be as historically informative as possible with entries including details of the saints' work and life stories, dates of birth, death, canonization and feast days, as well as emblems and special patronage
• Stresses the saints' remarkable variety of human activity, social origin and personal history
• Contains an informative introduction, explanatory notes and a list of further reading

Revealing a host of fascinating individuals, this Penguin original is a mine of information. For anyone wanting to check a reference or seeking inspiration, this dictionary will prove to be an indispensable source.

About the author

Donald Attwater was born in 1892 and fought in the Near East in the First World War. During the Second World War he was a civilian lecturer in history and current affairs in H M forces. He wrote widely on Christianity, the Church and the lives of Saints. He died in 1997. Catherine Rachel John is the younger daughter of Donald Attwater. She has great experience in working on the liturgy and history of the Catholic Church. She lives in Lostwithiel, Cornwall.