Encyclopedia of Saints - Hardcover Book - Matthew Bunson

From Aaron to Francis to Margaret to Zoticus, you will find virtually every person ever declared a saint by the Catholic Church. This new reference work is the most complete guide ever to names, dates, and basic information about saints throughout the centuries. Not only will you find old familiar friends such as Francis of Assisi and Anthony of Padua, you will also find entries for all the saints canonized by Pope John Paul II as well as such contemporary holy men and women as Edith Stein, Damien of Molokai, and Maximilian Kolbe. Unique in many ways, it includes: a complete calendar of the Roman year; a glossary of terms; a detailed description of the canonization process, and extensive appendices... catholic saints books, encyclopedias