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The Little Flowers of St. Francis of Assisi - Enhanced Version Kindle Edition

by Brother Ugolino (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 61 ratings
Arthur Livingstone, author of this 1930’s reproduction of Little Flowers, characterizes this text as a masterful work of folk literature from the Middle Ages. The phrase “little flowers” refers to “notabilia,” or a collection of noteworthy events in the lives of St. Francis and his followers. These stories were originally collected and compiled by Brother Ugolino during the early 1300’s. Ugolino attempted to draw out similarities between Jesus and St. Francis, since both leaders taught their disciples to deny the things of this world and to instead seek humility and holiness. Ugolino’s original Latin text was lost, but by consulting a variety of sources, scholars have worked to reconstruct Little Flowers into both Italian and English translations. Livingstone advises readers to enjoy Little Flowers with a sense of humor, as the contents of several stories contain much irony and amusement.

Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer

This edition features an artistic cover, a new promotional introduction, and a hierarchical table of contents which makes it possible to navigate to any part of the book with a minimum of page turns.
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  1. Print length
    250 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Accessibility
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  4. Publication date
    June 11, 2009
  5. File size
    622 KB
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Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B002CZQITI
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Christian Classics Ethereal Library
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 11, 2009
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1.1
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 622 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 250 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Best Sellers Rank: #503,693 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 61 ratings

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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  • StraightShooter
    5.0 out of 5 stars this is by far my favorite book. It is filled with intimate
    Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2015
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    As an amateur Franciscan scholar who has read many volumes on the saint's life, this is by far my favorite book. It is filled with intimate, often funny, always illuminating anecdotal stories that really bring his unique take on the teaches of Christ to life. Perhaps it is because his life unfolded about halfway between the time of Christ and today, it is somehow more "chronologically digestible" - relatable? - than the New Testament. A pleasure to read and as is the case with the most vividly described passages of the NT, I feel like I am right there with him. The power of humility and goodness has never been more rapidly deployed, and a millennium later, St. Frances' relentless demand for respect of nature and seeing God in the eyes of all people has never been more relevant.
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  • John Siple
    5.0 out of 5 stars Old Favorite of Mine--Helped me stay Catholic when I was searching many churches.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2012
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    Some exaggeration was used I'm sure when writing the stories of the life of St. Francis, it's true. But it's a joy and a wonder to read these stories and really get to know the man and the Saint by reading the stories his own near in time flock told about him.
    I especially value how much St. Frank was a devout Catholic in this little volume.
    Nothing like Nikos Casentzakis (sp!) story of him without devotion to the Eucharist, Holy Mass, or the value of the priests.
    Thanks for reading!
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  • OPC
    5.0 out of 5 stars A view into the spirit of St Francis and his Order
    Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2012
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    This book offers many lessons from the spirituality of St Francis: humility, abandonment to the will of God, charity, mercy, etc. While many of the stories seem counter-intuitive to the standards of the world, they give a powerful testimony to the power of the Love of God and the gift of service to others through that Love. Many miracles can happen when we learn to "die to self" and trust in God as St Francis and his brothers did.
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  • Blue Dog
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not the one
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2014
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    I am disappointed with this little book. It's anecdotal at best. I should have read the reviews more closely, especially the ones that used "hagiography".

    I am more interested in who St Francis was and his importance, rather than story that idealizes him, especially in such a simple-minded way.
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  • gluon70
    4.0 out of 5 stars Litttle vignettes
    Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2012
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    Little short stories about St. Francis and some of the other monks associated with him. The cover said there was humor and there was some, apparently saintly behavior can be annoying to non-saints. Such as an other-worldly monk dumping a weeks worth of chickens and vegitables and everything into a pot without even plucking. The theory was there would be enough food for a week and instaed of cooking the monks could be praying. Fortunately this behavior was not common as eating the resulting mush was not going to happen.
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  • Teena Slee
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great inspirational read.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2013
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    The Little Flowers of St Francis of Assisi is a lovely book, I read parts of the book when I need some inspiration. A lovely book to have on my kindle.
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  • Leslie Garcia
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Little Flower
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2013
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    I always enjoyed reading about the saints, and this book is no exception. Loved it. Something i can re read again and again.
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  • Clayton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Inspiration
    Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2014
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    A must read for anyone who follows the beautiful journey of St. Francis. A wonderful 'add' to daily inspirational reading.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2018
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    What a lovely book to dip into. Too deep for me for every day.
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  • Margaret Roberts
    5.0 out of 5 stars My Easter treat
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2014
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    I just love this, I've had a copy for years and wanted it on my kindle. very in keeping with the words of our new Pope Francis too!
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  • Isabel
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Little Flowers St. Francis of Assisi
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 29, 2013
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    I read this as a child so it was good to refresh my memory of the Christmas
    Present I received many years ago.
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  • WordiG
    3.0 out of 5 stars I found this interesting though far from an easy read. Perseverance is required
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2014
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    I found this interesting though far from an easy read.
    Perseverance is required. But this is a thoughtful selection and represents
    very good value.
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for those who love the things of God.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2016
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    A book that is best for those with a love of God and an understanding of the way, the truth and the life. Simple, beautiful and meaningful. Not a book for cynics or those who only trust in science.
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