
A Child's Book of Saints
by - William Canton
With illustrations by T. H. Robinson
EDITOR'S NOTE.
List of Illustrations
Women lived the life of prayer and praise and austerity and miracle - "These are the fields in which the Shepherds watched" - Hilary wondered and mused - A gaunt, dark figure, far up in the blue Asian sky - "Come not any nearer, turn thy face to the forest, and go down" - "I am not mad, most noble Sapricius" - They won their long sea-way home - "And four good Angels watch my bed, two at the foot and two the head" - And again in the keen November - The eight hundred horsemen turned in dismay - "Surely in all the world God has no more beautiful house than this" - St. Francis of Assisi - Itha rode away with her lord - King Orgulous
A Child's Book of Saints
In the Forest of Stone
Women lived the life of prayer and praise
The Song of the Minster
A gentle guide in the form of a playful elf leads young listeners through a charming collection of saintly tales, each told with the wonder and simplicity that feels as fresh as a child’s imagination. The stories celebrate the courage, kindness, and miracles of holy figures, presenting their lives as approachable adventures rather than distant history. Colorful illustrations accompany the narration, bringing the modest miracles and humble virtues to vivid life.
Designed for curious ears, the book invites children to explore themes of compassion, forgiveness, and faith through relatable characters and whimsical scenes. Its lyrical prose and thoughtful pacing make each saint’s story an inviting entry point to deeper moral reflections, while keeping the tone light and encouraging. Listeners will find a warm, timeless companion that nurtures both wonder and gentle learning.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (326K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-07-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1845–1926
A British poet, journalist, and storyteller, he is remembered especially for warm, imaginative books written for children. His work mixed literary charm with a lively interest in history, religion, and everyday wonder.
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