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An Historical Account of the Island of St Vincent
Charles Shephard, a legal officer of the island of Saint Vincent, made no attempt at objectivity in his account of the great 1795 Carib rebellion, this book being dedicated to the British survivors. But having had access to several contemporary diaries and having interviewed survivors, he was able to correct and expand the narratives of Bryan Edwards and Dr Coke, making this work the most detailed account of the overthrow of a unique people.
St. Vincent Ferrer, his life, spiritual teaching, and practical devotion, tr. by T.A. Dixon
St. Vincent Ferrer, His Life, Spiritual Teaching, And Practical Devotion, Tr. By T.A. Dixon by André Pradel, first published in 1875, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.
Life of St. Vincent de Paul
F. A. Forbes' "Life of St. Vincent de Paul" is a meticulously crafted biography that delves into the profound spiritual journey and societal impact of one of Christianity's most venerable saints. Through a scholarly yet accessible narrative style, Forbes weaves together historical context, religious doctrine, and personal anecdotes to illuminate St. Vincent's dedication to service and compassion during the 17th century. The author employs vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling, making the text resonate with both academic readers and general audiences alike, while positioning St. Vincent's life within the broader tapestry of religious reform and social justice of his time. Forbes, a n...
Saint Vincent de Paul
The Life of St Vincent de Paul. c. 1581-1660 His Legacy continues today. Written for teens and young adults. Excerpt: Chapter 5 MISSION WORK THE incident which had given rise to Vincent's first mission at Folleville had never been forgotten by Madame de Gondi. It seemed to her that there was need to multiply such missions among the country poor, and no sooner had Vincent returned to her house than she offered him a large sum of money to endow a band of priests who would devote their lives to evangelizing the peasantry on her estates. Vincent was delighted, but considering himself unfit to undertake the management of such an enterprise, he proposed that it should be put into the hands of the ...
