The Penguin Dictionary of Saints by Catherine John

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Summary

This best-selling dictionary brilliantly reveals the lives and works of a host of fascinating individuals, from Biblical saints to those most recently canonised. It is a worthy companion to any study of Biblical or Church history, and includes details of feast days and special patronage to aid personal devotion.

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The Penguin Dictionary of Saints by Catherine John

This best-selling dictionary brilliantly reveals the lives and works of a host of fascinating individuals, from Biblical saints to those most recently canonised. It is a worthy companion to any study of Biblical or Church history, and includes details of feast days and special patronage to aid personal devotion.

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.

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ISBN 13 9780140513127
ISBN 10 0140513124
Title The Penguin Dictionary of Saints
Author Catherine John
Series Dictionary Penguin Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 1995-11-30
Number of pages 400
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.