 St. Francis of Assisi
by G. K. Chesterton
This accessible spiritual biography by a phenomenally popular author chronicles the beloved saint's calling, order, and influence. Its charm and wit will appeal to even the most secular-minded readers.
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| |  The Everlasting Man
by G. K. Chesterton
Chesterton's view of Christianity — as a blend of philosophy and mythology, satisfying intellect and spirit — applies to his brilliant book, which appeals to readers' heads as well as their hearts.
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 Orthodoxy
by G. K. Chesterton
Chesterton explains the values and ideals that constitute the foundation of Christianity, adopting an informal style in his scholarly arguments in favor of faith as an affirmation of human freedom.
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| |  Introduction to the Devout Life
by St. Francis de Sales, Allan Ross, Allan Ross
How to live a holy life in the secular world is the focus of this Christian masterpiece. It offers clear, direct advice about praying, resisting temptation, and maintaining devotion to God.
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 The Imitation of Christ
by Thomas à Kempis, Aloysius Croft, Harold Bolton
This religious classic has brought understanding and comfort to millions for centuries. Written in a candid and conversational style, the topics include liberation from worldly inclinations, preparation and consolations of prayer, and eucharistic communion.
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| |  The Confessions of St. Augustine
by St. Augustine
Influential work recalls author's mid-4th-century origins in rural Algeria; lavish lifestyle in Milan; his struggle with sexual desires; eventual renunciation of secular ambitions and marriage; and recovery of his Catholic faith.
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 On Christian Doctrine
by St. Augustine, J. F. Shaw
Since the dawn of the fifth century, theology students, religious scholars, and ordinary Christians have turned to this volume for guidance on how to read the Bible and understand the true meaning of scripture.
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| |  Dark Night of the Soul
by St. John of the Cross
In this spiritual masterpiece — a classic of Christian literature and mysticism — the author addresses pride, avarice, envy, and other human imperfections, describing methods of conversion through prayer, submission, and purification.
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 Apologia Pro Vita Sua
by John Henry Newman
The spiritual autobiography of an influential Church of England vicar who converted to Roman Catholicism. The Apologia employs flowing, conversational prose to explore the very depths and nature of Christianity.
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| |  Ascent of Mount Carmel
by St. John of the Cross, E. Allison Peers, E. Allison Peers
The famed mystic's incomparable guide illuminates the path to union with God. This acclaimed translation of St. John's intensely poetic work offers a primer to his Dark Night of the Soul.
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by St. Teresa of Avila, E. Allison Peers
Deeply spiritual and profoundly human, this 16th-century masterpiece is the work of a revered saint. Its insights into prayer and meditation as the keys to fulfillment have inspired generations of readers.
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 The Rule of St. Benedict
by St. Benedict, Cardinal Gasquet
A 6th-century handbook for aspiring monks, this masterpiece of spiritual wisdom endures as the preeminent monastic legislative code. Its concise guidance promotes self-discipline, supported by community worship.
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| |  Tremendous Trifles
by G. K. Chesterton
Chesterton's 39 essays result from "sitting still and letting marvels and adventures settle on him like flies." Full of both good sense and nonsense, his commentaries on finding the extraordinary within the ordinary are delightful.
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| |  The Ball and the Cross
by G. K. Chesterton
Chesterton's second novel chronicles a hot dispute between two Scotsmen, a Roman Catholic, and an atheist, whose fanatically held opinions inspire a host of comic adventures. Introduction by Martin Gardner.
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 The Paradoxes of Mr. Pond
by G. K. Chesterton
8 suspenseful tales featuring Chesterton's delightful amateur sleuth, a deceptively "mild little man" who knows thoroughly the ways of the world. "A masterpiece...quintessential Chesterton." — Saturday Review.
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| |  The Flying Inn
by G. K. Chesterton
Hilarious romp in which pub owner Humphrey Hump and friend take to the road in a donkey cart filled with rum and cheese, inveighing against Prohibition and other "oppressive forms of modernity."
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 Heretics
by G. K. Chesterton
Focusing on "heretics" — those who pride themselves in their superiority to conservative views — Chesterton appraises prominent figures from the literary and art worlds such as Kipling, Shaw, Wells, and Whistler.
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 The Annotated Innocence of Father Brown
by G. K. Chesterton
Twelve of the popular Father Brown mysteries appear in this copiously annotated edition. Includes "The Blue Cross," "The Hammer of God," "The Eye of Apollo," and more.
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| |  The Path to Rome
by Hilaire Belloc
This 1902 memoir of a pilgrimage on foot across the Alps and Apennines in order to "see all Europe which the Christian Faith has saved." Includes 77 of the author's original line drawings.
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