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Saint Francis of Assisi
A Life of Joy
by Robert Francis Kennedy
ISBN: 0786818751
ISBN-13: 9780786818754
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
In this charming picture-book biography, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., explores the life of 13th-century St. Francis with clarity and simplicity. Known to everyone in Assisi as the "King of Youth," Francis Bernadone, son of a wealthy merchant, spent his youth idly, though he always had a soft spot for the poor. After time spent as a knight, Francis astonished both his family and the townsfolk by renouncing his wealth, giving away his possessions, and retreating to the forest to help lepers and the poor. Unable to include many of the fascinating stories-though he does write about the saint's followers and love of animals-Kennedy hopes that children will be inspired to learn more about this appealing saint. The prayer of St. Francis runs throughout the book on each text-filled page. Full-color art details the story, and a pullout picture of the saint surrounded by animals is included.
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Disney Pr
Published date: 2005
Size: 10.5 x 10.5 inches
Weight: 1.2 pounds
Ages: 2 to 3
Pages: 40
Synopses
Tells the story of the man who became one of the most famous saints in the world, from his fun-loving youth through his career as a soldier to the years he spent serving God.
Publisher's Notes
Detailed illustrations enhance a touching story about this celebrated man who, having rejected his position in wealthy society, devoted his life to others by giving comfort to the lepers, working as an advocate for animals and the environment, and providing inspiration to others through his selfless acts throughout his life.
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Saint Francis of Assisi: A Life of Joy
Jr., Robert F. Kennedy; Illustrator-Dennis Nolan
Hyperion, 2005-03-01. Hardcover. Very Good. A stated first edition, first printing with full number line.Ex-library copy with typical markings and attachments.In very good condition with clean text and reinforced DJ.Careful packaging and fast shipping.We recommend PRIORITY MAIL for even faster delivery! ( more information) Offered by Icapsa Used Books (United States)
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Jr., Robert F. Kennedy
Hyperion, 2005-03-01. Hardcover. New. New, unread, unused and in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages, may have a remainder mark. ( more information) Offered by BEST BARGAIN BOOKS WHOLESALER, INC. (United States)
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Saint Francis of Assisi: A Life of Joy (Qty: 52)
Kennedy, Robert Francis
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Jr., Robert F. Kennedy
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Jr., Robert F. Kennedy
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Saint Francis of Assisi
Kennedy, Jr., Robert F
New York: Hyperion, February 21, 2005. First Edition. Hardcover. VERY GOOD/VERY GOOD. Ex-library: mylar cover, stamps & stickers. Clean and otherwise unmarked. Limited circulation; tight binding. Framable portrait inside. *** Gr. 2-4. Sharing the middle name of Francis with his father, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. felt especially close to St. Francis while growing up, and the gentle saint continues to play an important part in his personal and family life. Here Kennedy offers a straightforward telling of Francis' life that, nonetheless, seems imbued with the splendor of the saint's mission. As Kennedy notes in his introduction, Francis' life was so full that not everything about it could be included. But his well-told biography, which introduces Francis as a frivolous yet charming King of Youth and follows him to his welcoming "Sister Death," also describes incidents such as Francis' reconciliation with the wolf of Grubbio and his relationship with St. Clare, who started an order of nuns similar to the Franciscan brothers' order. The book is illustrated with full-page, realistic paintings, which, while technically adept, have little sense of wonder or mystery. It's the words (including Francis' Canticle of the Sun on the back cover) that paint the pictures in this book. Ilene Cooper From Booklist *** ( more information) Offered by IttyBittyBuddhaStore.com (United States)
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Jr., Robert F. Kennedy
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Kennedy, Robert F
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St. Francis of Assisi : The Happiest Man Who Ever Lived
Kennedy, Robert Francis
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Hyperion Books for Children, 2004 This book is one taken from an early local and historic north family carolina estate collection. It is one of many rare and unsusal finds from the old south. Please view my other books for a view of the entire collection. Stated First Edition. hard Cover. As New/As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. ( more information) Offered by BooksGoingSouth (United States)
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Saint Francis of Assisi : A Life of Joy
Robert F. Kennedy, Dennis Nolan
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Jr., Robert F. Kennedy; Illustrator-Dennis Nolan
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