Religious and spiritual Books

This groundbreaking work offers a fresh and insightful analysis of the conversion and apostleship of St. Paul, one of the most important figures in the history of Christianity. With detailed analysis and rich historical context, it is an essential...

This biography tells the inspiring story of Catherine Booth, the co-founder of the Salvation Army and a passionate advocate for social justice. Frederick St. George de Lautour Booth-Tucker, her son-in-law, draws on personal letters and other documents to...

This fascinating biography explores the life of Rev. Archibald Maclay, a prominent figure in the early history of the Methodist Episcopal Church. With insights into Maclay's personal and professional life, as well as the social and political context of...

Ce livre raconte l'histoire de la vie de St. Ignace de Loyola, fondateur des jésuites.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public...

Dieses Buch gibt einen umfassenden Einblick in das Leben und Wirken von Joannes Oecolampadius, einem der wichtigsten Reformatoren der Schweiz. Mit sorgfältiger Recherche und umfassender Dokumentation wird sein Einfluss auf die Geschichte der Reformation...

In this definitive biography, John Placid Conway offers a compelling portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, the renowned theologian and scholastic philosopher. With remarkable detail and insight, Conway explores Aquinas's life and legacy, his intellectual...

Questo libro commemora la vita del vescovo di Malta, Francesco Saverio Caruana, che ha lavorato instancabilmente per il bene della sua comunità. Scritto con grande rispetto e ammirazione per il suo soggetto, il libro offre un ritratto incisivo di una...

Dans ce livre, Saint Cyprien nous offre des extraits de ses écrits ainsi que son autobiographie. Saint Cyprien était connu pour être l'un des Pères de l'Église dans le temps des Romains. Dans cet ouvrage, nous pouvons ainsi découvrir sa vie, sa vision du...

Alessandro VII è stato uno dei papi più influenti e controversi della storia della Chiesa cattolica. In questo libro, Pietro Sforza Pallavicino ci offre una biografia completa del pontefice, baseda sui migliori manoscritti delle biblioteche di Roma.This...

This biography of Christoph Bernhard von Galen, the Bishop and Prince of Münster in the late seventeenth century, provides a detailed account of his life and contributions to the politics and culture of the region. Drawing on contemporary sources, the...

Questo libro raccoglie le memorie di Scipione de' Ricci curate e pubblicate da Agenore Gelli. Le memorie, risalenti al XVIII secolo, raccontano la vita di de' Ricci, vescovo di Pistoia e Prato, e la sua partecipazione alle prime fasi del movimento...

John Spaulding tells the inspiring story of his journey from being a farmer to becoming a minister in this book.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This...

This biography offers a rich and nuanced picture of D. Antonio Barroso, a prominent Catholic bishop during the early 20th century in Portugal. Mendes crafts an intimate and engaging portrait of the bishop, chronicling his life, accomplishments, and...

Dieses Buch ist eine Biographie des venezianischen Kardinals Gasparo Contarini. Theodor Brieger erzählt die Geschichte eines Mannes, der in einer der bewegten Phasen der Kirchengeschichte lebte. Contarini war ein entschiedener Gegner der Reformation,...

Dieses Buch erzählt die Lebensgeschichte von Heinrich Bullinger, einem bedeutenden Schweizer Theologen des 16. Jahrhunderts. Salomon Hess bietet einen detaillierten Einblick in das Leben und Werk Bullingers. Das Buch ist für alle, die sich für die...

Esta biografía espiritual del siglo XVIII presenta la vida y obra de Pedro Urraca, un destacado miembro de la Orden de Nuestra Señora de la Merced. El autor describe la admirables virtudes y sacrificios de Urraca, quien dedicó su vida a la redención de...

This moving memoir tells the story of Andrew Meneely, a respected ruling elder in the Reformed Dutch Church. Written by Oscar H. Gregory, this work features insightful reflections on Meneely's life, faith, and legacy, as well as valuable historical...

This book tells the story of the life of Jesus from the perspective of a layman, making it accessible to a wider audience. It covers his birth, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection in a concise and engaging manner.This work has been selected by...

This fascinating memoir provides a personal account of the author's interactions with one of the most controversial and influential figures of the 19th century, Madame Helena Petrovna Blavatsky. Through the author's eyes, readers will gain unique...

A Martyr-Bishop is a biographical sketch of John Coleridge Patteson, the first Bishop of Melanesia who was martyred in the 19th century. The author, identified only by the initials H.A.S., provides a vivid portrayal of Patteson's life and missionary work...

A comprehensive biography of Pope Leo X, one of the most prominent and controversial popes of the Renaissance period. This book offers a detailed look at Leo's life, achievements, and legacy, as well as the political and cultural context in which he...

This classic biography of the prophet Mohammed provides a detailed and illuminating account of his life and beliefs. Based on careful research and scholarly analysis, the book offers an accessible entry point into the history of Islam and its central...

A compelling biography of Robert Barclay, a 17th-century Quaker theologian, and his critics. The book highlights Barclay's life and accomplishments, as well as his adversaries' attempts to discredit him and his beliefs.This work has been selected by...

This is a biography of the Scottish minister James Morison, who was a prominent figure in the mid-19th century religious scene. Morison is known for his teaching on salvation by faith alone, which placed him at odds with the established church. Despite...

In this witty memoir, the author tells the story of his lifelong quest to find and claim the best pew in the church. Along the way, he encounters a host of eccentric characters and navigates the complex social dynamics of church life. This book is a...

George Calixtus was a leading theologian and pastor in 17th-century Germany. In this comprehensive biography, W.C. Dowding traces Calixtus's life and intellectual development, highlighting his innovative contributions to Lutheran theology and his efforts...

The story of a diakonThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations...

This 19th century memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into life in a mid-19th century English town, as seen through the eyes of an Anglican priest. With vivid descriptions of the people, places, and events that shaped his life, Pollen paints a rich and...

Scopri la vita del santo patrono dei marinai e fondatore dell'Ordine dei Minimi, San Francesco di Paola. Questo libro racconta la sua storia, le sue opere e il suo influsso sulla Chiesa cattolica. Leggi e scopri il suo messaggio di umiltà, carità e...

This book is a biography of Albert Gallatin Palmer, a leading Baptist minister and writer of the late 19th century. It includes a selection of his poetry and other writings, as well as tributes from colleagues and friends.This work has been selected by...

Johann Kaspar Lavater war ein bedeutender Theologe und Schriftsteller des 18. Jahrhunderts. In diesem Werk beschreibt Johann August Nebe das Leben und Werk Lavaters und gibt Einblick in dessen Denken und Schaffen. Die Arbeit ist eine wichtige Quelle für...

This book provides an inspiring account of the life and work of Sister Marguerite Bourgeoys, a pioneering figure in the history of Montreal and the founder of the Congregation of Notre-Dame. Through her story, readers gain insight into the early history...

La vie du Père Ravignan, de la Compagnie de Jésus, est un récit biographique de la vie de cet homme exceptionnel. Armand de Ponlevoy, lui-même jésuite, dresse un portrait émouvant de ce prédicateur talentueux et mystique, qui a largement contribué à...

This diary provides an intimate portrait of the innermost thoughts and beliefs of James Johnston, a Scottish weaver and religious enthusiast. An important historical document that provides unique insights into the life of an ordinary person during a...

Join Albert N. Williams on a journey exploring the life and teachings of John Mark, the writer of one of the four Gospels. Williams sheds light on Mark's contributions to early Christianity and the impact of his work on the life of Jesus Christ.This work...

This book is a fascinating look at the lives of the Cistercian saints of England. The author, John Henry Newman, was an English theologian and poet who converted to Catholicism in the mid-19th century. In this book, he provides a detailed account of the...

This book is a collection of life scenes of the Messiah, based on the prophecies of the Old Testament. The authors provide a detailed account of the life of Jesus Christ, from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection. This book is a valuable...

A biography of Jean-Baptiste-Marie Champagnat, a French Roman Catholic priest who founded the Marist Brothers, a religious congregation devoted to education and social work. Based on Champagnat's writings and the recollections of his contemporaries, this...

In this biography, Frederick Taylor Whitington tells the story of Augustus Short, the first bishop of Adelaide in Australia. Spanning a period of thirty-four years, Short's episcopate was marked by significant achievements and challenges. Whitington's...

In this memoir, Charles Elliott recounts his experiences as a missionary in India in the late 19th century. Through his vivid descriptions of the people and places he encountered, Elliott provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and religious...

This memoir is about the life of John Keble, an important figure in the Anglican Church in the 19th century. Keble was a poet, theologian, and one of the leaders of the Oxford Movement, which aimed to restore Catholic traditions to the Church of England...

This book offers a rare glimpse into the life and work of the Rev. William Gill, a pioneering missionary and scholar who worked in the Pacific Islands in the late 19th century. With its vivid descriptions and first-hand accounts, this book provides a...

Few figures in the history of Christianity have proven as enigmatic and controversial as John Wyclif, the English theologian and reformer who played a key role in the early Protestant movement. This book offers a detailed and nuanced account of Wyclif's...

This memoir tells the story of Rt Rev James Hervey Otey, the first bishop of Tennessee. It covers his life from his birth in Virginia, his conversion to the Episcopal Church, his work as a minister, and his selection as the first bishop of Tennessee. The...

In Jesus and Life, Joseph Ferguson McFadyen explores the life and teachings of Jesus and their relevance to our modern lives. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology, McFadyen offers insights into the character of Jesus and...

This book provides an in-depth look at the life of David Coit Scudder, a missionary who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity in Southern India. The letters included in this book shed light on the challenges faced by Scudder, and his immense...

A biographical tribute to William Charles Lake, Dean of Durham Cathedral in the late 19th century, notable for his advocacy of social justice and the advancement of education and culture in the North of England.This work has been selected by scholars as...

A riveting account of the life and work of a pioneering Christian missionary. This thrilling narrative will captivate readers of all ages with its tales of danger, spiritual insight, and heroism.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...