Saint John Capistran (1911) - Paperback

by Vincent Fitzgerald (Author)

Saint John Capistran is a biography of the life and accomplishments of John Capistran, a Catholic friar and preacher who lived in the 14th and 15th centuries. Written by Vincent Fitzgerald and published in 1911, the book explores Capistran's early life as a lawyer before he became a Franciscan friar and began preaching throughout Europe.The book details Capistran's work as a missionary, his efforts to convert non-Christians to Catholicism, and his role in the Hussite Wars, a series of conflicts between the Catholic Church and followers of the Czech reformer Jan Hus. Capistran's influence on the Catholic Church and his canonization as a saint are also discussed.Fitzgerald's biography draws on historical records and primary sources to provide a detailed and engaging account of Capistran's life and work. The book is written in a scholarly style but is accessible to readers interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the lives of its saints. Overall, Saint John Capistran is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the role of religion in shaping European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.