In God's Garden: Stories of the Saints for Little Children

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In God's Garden: Stories of the Saints for Little Children

by Amy Steedman

EN·~3 hours·19 chapters

Chapters

19 total
1

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0:09
2

IN GOD'S GARDEN STORIES OF THE SAINTS FOR LITTLE CHILDREN

0:13
3

ABOUT THIS BOOK

2:05
4

LIST OF STORIES

0:17
5

LIST OF PICTURES

1:25
6

SAINT URSULA

21:41
7

SAINT BENEDICT

18:40
8

SAINT CHRISTOPHER

17:20
9

SAINT CATHERINE OF SIENA

18:52
10

SAINT AUGUSTINE OF HIPPO

10:53

Description

In this charming collection, the lives of holy men and women are presented as delicate flowers growing in God’s eternal garden. Each story is told in a soft, rhythmic voice that invites young listeners to imagine the scent of lilies, the hidden sweetness of violets, and the bright bloom of roses—all symbols of saintly virtues. The opening pages set a peaceful tone, reminding children that even in a world of storms they can turn their faces upward, just as the saints did.

The book journeys through the early years of figures such as Princess Ursula, brave Saint George, humble Saint Francis, and caring Saint Nicholas, offering gentle lessons of compassion, courage, and devotion. Beautiful reproductions of Italian masterpieces accompany the narratives, turning each tale into a vivid tableau that sparks the imagination. With its warm language and uplifting moral compass, the collection becomes a comforting garden for any child who loves stories that nurture the heart.

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Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (201K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2011-07-09

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Amy Steedman

Best known for retelling Bible stories, legends, and art history for young readers, this early 20th-century British writer had a gift for making big subjects feel warm and approachable. Her books often introduce children to saints, painters, and classic tales in a clear, story-first way.

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