Little Plays Of St. Francis: A Dramatic Cycle From The Life And Legend Of St. Francis Of Assisi (1922) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104143756)

Little Plays of St. Francis is a collection of short dramatic pieces written by Laurence Housman, inspired by the life and legend of St. Francis of Assisi. The book is a dramatic cycle, consisting of ten plays that explore various aspects of St. Francis' life, from his early days as a wealthy merchant's son to his eventual conversion to a life of poverty and devotion to God. The plays are written in a poetic and lyrical style, with each one focusing on a different event or theme in St. Francis' life. Some of the plays are humorous and lighthearted, while others are more serious and contemplative. Throughout the book, Housman captures the spirit of St. Francis and his teachings, emphasizing the importance of humility, compassion, and love for all living creatures. Overall, Little Plays of St. Francis is a beautiful and inspiring work that offers a unique perspective on the life and legacy of one of the most beloved saints in history.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: Laurence Housman
ISBN-10: 1104143755
ISBN-13: 9781104143756
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/04/2009
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d