An Illustrated History of Saints and Sainthood An exploration of the lives and works of Christian saints and their place in today’s church, shown in 200 images Tessa Paul and consultant Reverend Ronald Creighton-Jobe • A fascinating history of saints and sainthood, and their role within Christianity and the Catholic Church • Explores the religious significance of sainthood, the process of canonisation, and the mysteries and miracles that are attributed to the saints • Looks at patron saints, hero and warrior saints, as well as apostles and martyrs • Special sections are included on the most enduring and popular saints, prayed to and called upon throughout the world, such as Mary the Virgin, James the Great, St Christopher, Francis of Assisi, Joan of Arc and Theresa of Liseux • Sumptously illustrated with beautiful works of art and iconography that have inspired believers down the centuries