Everybody's St. Francis (1920)

Everybody's St. Francis is a book written by Maurice Francis Egan and published in 1920. The book is a biography of St. Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan order and one of the most popular saints in the Catholic Church. Egan's book provides a comprehensive look at the life of St. Francis, from his early years as a wealthy merchant's son to his conversion and subsequent decision to live a life of poverty and service to others. The book explores the key events in St. Francis's life, including his famous encounter with a leper, his founding of the Franciscan order, and his stigmata. In addition to recounting St. Francis's life story, Egan also provides insights into the saint's spiritual teachings and their relevance for modern readers. He explores St. Francis's emphasis on simplicity, humility, and compassion, and shows how these values can help us live more meaningful and fulfilling lives today. Overall, Everybody's St. Francis is a rich and engaging biography that offers readers a deeper understanding of one of the most beloved figures in Christian history. Whether you are a devout Catholic or simply interested in the life and teachings of St. Francis, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and inspiration.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.