The Saint and the Sultan: The Crusades, Islam, and Francis of Assisi's Mission of Peace

by Paul Moses

Book Overview

An intriguing examination of the extraordinary-and little known meeting between St. Francis of Assisi and Islamic leader Sultan Malik Al-Kamil that has strong resonance in today's divided world. For many of us, St. Francis of Assisi is known as a poor monk and a lover of animals. However, these images are sadly incomplete, because they ignore an equally important and more challenging aspect of his life -- his unwavering commitment to seeking peace...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 038552370X
• ISBN13: 9780385523707
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Image
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.5"