Legends Of Saints And Beasts (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258029449)

Legends of Saints and Beasts is a book written by Anne Marie Jauss that explores the fascinating world of medieval legends and folklore. The book is a collection of stories that revolve around saints and animals, both of which were highly revered in medieval times. The tales are based on historical and cultural traditions, and offer a glimpse into the beliefs and values of the people of that era. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the legends of saints. These stories are based on the lives of various saints, including St. Francis of Assisi, St. George, and St. Christopher. Each story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the characters to life and add to the overall charm of the book. The second part of the book is dedicated to legends of beasts. These stories are based on animals that were considered sacred or symbolic in medieval times, such as the lion, the unicorn, and the dragon. The stories are told in a way that is both engaging and informative, and offer a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and animals in the past. Overall, Legends of Saints and Beasts is a captivating book that is sure to appeal to anyone interested in medieval history, folklore, or mythology. The stories are well-written and the illustrations are stunning, making it a great addition to any bookshelf.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.

Author: Anne Marie Jauss
ISBN-10: 1258029448
ISBN-13: 9781258029449
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 50
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d