The Life of Saint Benedict

Children and parents alike will be delighted by these stories and illustrations about the famous Saint Benedict. Based on his biography by Pope Saint Gregory the Great, and told by a Benedictine monk living today in Italy at the birthplace of Benedict, these stories and pictures are rich with interesting details.
The holiness of Benedict, his wisdom, his great impact on the world, and his miracles will intrigue and inspire everyone in the family. Also included are stories involving his twin sister, Saint Scholastica.

About the author

Brother John McKenzie, O.S.B., was born and raised in Detroit, MI. In 2005 he entered the Benedictine Monastery in Nursia, Italy, the birth place of St. Benedict. He made his solemn profession in 2009 and is currently studying theology in Rome.

Product details

• Authors: John McKenzie
• Assisted by: Mark Brown (Illustration)
• Publisher: Harwood Publishing House
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 6 to 7
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 16.10.2014
• EAN: 9781586179854
• ISBN: 978-1-58617-985-4
• No. of pages: 48
• Dimensions: 297 mm x 218 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 476 g
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Religion, philosophy, psychology