Life of St Dominic - Couverture souple

Jarrett, Bede

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1025499107 ISBN 13 : 9781025499109

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"Life of St Dominic" is a profound and meticulously researched biography of the founder of the Order of Preachers, written by the esteemed Dominican historian Bede Jarrett. This work offers a compelling look at the life and legacy of Dominic de Guzmán, tracing his journey from his origins in Old Castile to his pivotal role in the religious landscape of the thirteenth century. The narrative delves into Dominic's spiritual development, his commitment to apostolic poverty, and his innovative approach to combating heresy through education and rigorous preaching.

Jarrett masterfully captures the personality of the saint, presenting him not only as a visionary leader but also as a man of deep prayer and intellectual vitality. The book explores the establishment of the Dominican Order, highlighting its unique democratic structure and its rapid expansion across Europe's university centers. This account provides essential historical context for the mendicant movement and the intellectual revival of the Middle Ages. Ideal for scholars and general readers alike, "Life of St Dominic" serves as both an inspiring spiritual portrait and a vital piece of ecclesiastical history, documenting the enduring influence of a saint whose work transformed the Catholic Church.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1025499107
• ISBN 13: 9781025499109
• Reliure: Broché
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible