The Life of St. Katherine of Alexandria

by John Capgrave

Book Overview

The Life of St. Katherine of Alexandria is a book written by John Capgrave that tells the story of the life of St. Katherine, a Christian martyr who lived in the 4th century AD. The book describes her upbringing as a princess, her conversion to Christianity, and her refusal to marry the emperor Maxentius. It also details her imprisonment, torture, and eventual martyrdom. Capgrave's writing style is characterized by his use of allegory and symbolism,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162644745
• ISBN13: 9781162644745
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"