Product Description
This Item Is Tax Free For U.S.A. Customers.
Lay Siege to Heaven: A Novel of St. Catherine of Siena - Louis de Wohl: Cover art by Chris Pelicano
Continuing his popular series of novels about saints of the Church, de Wohl devotes his considerable talents to an interpretation of one of the most unusual women of all time, Saint Catherine of Siena. The daughter of a prosperous dyer in fourteenth century Siena, Catherine never forgot the mystical experience of her extreme youth; at that time she devoted herself to Christ. It was, however, a shock to her family when, refusing marriage, she insisted on giving her life totally to God. Her career was extraordinary. In that confused and dangerous era of history, the Pope was living at Avignon: Catherine persuaded him to return to Rome. The City-States of Italy were at war with each other: Catherine subdued them. There was pestilence: Catherine served and saved. She performed miracles, she received the stigmata, she drew about her a crowd of devoted men and women. A saint who would not let the Lord God alone, she really did lay siege to heaven--and changed the face of her world. This novel, which is a vivid biography, brings Catherine of Siena to life in a remarkable way. She lives on every page.
Reviews
"This novel artfully combines solid historical scholarship with lively dialogues, and sheds light on the greatness and sublimity of the woman's mission in the Church. The fact that an untutored woman gained power over Popes and political events by identifying her will with God's will, manifests eloquently that real strength--i.e. supernatural strength--comes from the joyful acceptance of one's `nothingness.' Humility, charity, prayer and sacrifice--not scholarship--taught Catherine true theology, and made her a Doctor of the Church. This book can teach a lot to modern scholars and to women seeking liberation."
-- Alice von Hildebrand, Author, By Love Refined
"These pages positively glow with de Wohl's discovery of history's public secret: there is no life more human than the supernatural life of a saint and no romance greater than the struggle to love only what God loves."
-- Fr. George Rutler, Author, Seven Ages of Man
Product Code: LSHP
Format: Paperback
ISBN/UPC: 9780898703818
Height: 8
Size: 5.2 x 1.1
Pages: 361
Publication date: September 19, 1991
Weight: 16 oz
If Related Items Are Shown Below, Click On The Image And Contact Us With The Item Number, ISBN Number Or Our Catalogue Page Number.
Product Details
All items are F.O.B. factory
Shipping: most inexpensive way (unless specified)
Contact Us For:
-institutional set or quantity discounts
-matching any competitors valid quote
-for damaged items received, contact us within 7 days
-shipping charges and other costs for returned items will not be credited
-returned items must be unused in its original packaging with an authorization number
-minimum manufacturers restocking charge may apply
-custom sizes & finishes are non-returnable
-any item not on listed on our website
-prices are subject to revision without notice from the manufacturer, contact us to confirm price.
We Thank You For Your Orders And Support
Toll free: 1 (800) 663-7161
Model: LSHP
ISBN: 9780898703818
Price Last Updated: May 14, 2019
