From the sunlit streets of Florence to the canals of Venice, Amy Steedman invites young readers into the enchanting world of old Italy, where saints and sinners, princes and peasants alike discover that true happiness is found not in riches or worldly success, but in love, self-sacrifice, and purity of heart.
These charming tales draw upon the legends and traditions of Catholic Italy, bringing to life such memorable characters as the poor but generous St. Zita of Lucca, Giovanni (St. John Gualbert) the merciful knight of Florence, and the captive Turkish princess Stellante. Each has a story to tell, and each reveals something of the quiet power of faith to transform human lives.
First published in 1909, Legends and Stories of Italy is illustrated with Katharine Cameron's beautiful watercolors, carefully preserved in this edition, together with additional illustrations that enrich the historical and artistic setting of the stories.
5.5" 8.5" paperback 184 Pages
