
A sweeping anthology of holy lives, this volume gathers the stories of martyrs, bishops, and mystics from the first century through the medieval era. From the daring missionary work of early Spanish disciples to the steadfast devotion of Welsh hermits, each portrait opens a window onto the faith‑filled world that shaped Europe’s spiritual heritage. The text is richly complemented by more than four hundred engravings that bring ancient cathedrals, humble chapels, and dramatic moments to vivid auditory life, letting listeners picture the scenes as the narrator guides them through each tale.
The collection also reaches beyond the well‑known, presenting English, Cornish, and Welsh saints whose courage and compassion have long inspired local devotion. While grounded in historical sources, the entries blend legend and devotion, offering reflections on virtues such as fortitude, hope, and humility. Listeners will find a compelling mix of history, art, and timeless moral insight—perfect for quiet contemplation or a thoughtful journey through the ages.
Language
en
Duration
~15 hours (908K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2015-03-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1834–1924
A Victorian clergyman with a gift for storytelling, he wrote across an astonishing range of subjects, from novels and folklore to hymn texts and travel writing. He is still especially remembered as the writer of “Onward, Christian Soldiers” and as a vivid collector of local legends and odd histories.
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