Brother Francis of Assisi / Tomie DePaola.
Material type: TextPublisher: New York : San Francisco : Magnificat ; Ignatius, [2020]Copyright date: ©2020Edition: Second editionDescription: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cmContent type:- text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 1621643697
- 9781621643692
- Francis, the poor man of Assisi
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Dr. James Carlson Library | Children's Biography | FRANCIS D419 | Available | 33111009774874 | ||||
Children's Book | Main Library | Children's Biography | FRANCIS D419 | Available | 33111010451710 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
A new edition of a beloved book on Brother Francis of Assisi by internationally acclaimed illustrator and author of children's books, Tomie dePaola.
Among his many wonderful books on saints, this one fulfilled his lifelong ambition to bring the story of St. Francis to people of all ages and cultures. Drawing on his extensive artistic background, primary source material, and two trips to Assisi, he has made this dream come true with this volume.
While aimed at children ages 5 and up, it is suitable for all ages, telling the complete story of St. Francis in a simple and powerful style, with so many inspiring details of his humble life.
Illustrated with dePaola's inspiring and delicate artwork in deep earth tones watercolors.
First edition published under the title, "Francis, the poor man of Assisi" in 1982.
"One morning during Mass, Francis heard these words of Jesus from the Gospel: 'Take no gold, nor silver, nor copper in your belts, no bag for your journey, nor two tunics, nor sandals, nor a staff; for the laborer deserves his food.' Francis took off his shoes and threw away his walking stick and the cloak he wore to keep warm. He threw away his belt and tied a piece of rope around his rough robe. Full of joy, he went up to Assisi and sang about the wonderful love of God. He was so happy that he began to dance. And he danced and danced. 'It is Francis, the son of di Bernardone,' someone said. 'I am Francis, the poor man of Assisi,' said Francis. This captivating story of Saint Francis and his companion Saint Clare is beautifully told in Tomie dePaola's simple and powerful style. The artist's stunning illustrations--in the deep earth tones of the Italian city of Assisi--convey the extraordinary spirit of the Poor Man of Assisi: his love, humility, and joy"--Back cover.
Ages 7 and up.