The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi

by Father Candide Chalippe

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography, History, Religion, Faith

335 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 1, 2003

Reviews

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a VERY long book. It is probably the most in-depth history on the life of St. Francis that I have ever seen or read. This was more of an encyclopedia of the saint's life, rather than a novel.

To give the average reader an idea of its length, it takes about an hour to read just 7-8% of the book on Kindle. The language is descriptive and lengthy in nature, meaning that one has to be stubborn enough to get through the book.

It has taken a VERY LONG time to get through this and , honestly, I probably do not remember 90% of it. However, I have a much deeper appreciation for St. Francis because of this book and have gained further insight into his nature and character.

[Kevin de Ataíde · Rating 4 out of 5]

A properly Franciscan telling of the life of St. Francis, with every legend brought in. St. Francis remains a delight for the Christian mind.

[Susan Molloy · Rating 4 out of 5]

🖋️ Father Candide Chalippe ((O.F.M.)) gives a rich biography of Saint Francis of Assisi, weaving spiritual guidance into the historical account with depth. Yet despite its strengths, the dryness of his writing and the frequent digressions sometimes made reading it feel weighed down by commentary that does not always serve the story. It is a lengthy and outstanding work, although it did take me a couple years reading it, on and off, and I finally finished reading it.

📕Published— 1727. Public domain.
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[Robert Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing biography. Long, but worth the effort.

[Rebecca · Rating 1 out of 5]

Maybe for some it would be a beneficial read, but I found it too long, and it seemed embellished. I'd rather read a theological text from which I might gain some knowledge.