Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of St. Stanislaus Kostka of the Society of Jesus is a biographical book written by Francis Goldie. It tells the story of St. Stanislaus Kostka, a Polish Jesuit who lived in the 16th century. The book describes his upbringing in a noble family, his conversion to Catholicism, and his decision to join the Jesuit order despite his family's opposition. The book also covers St. Stanislaus' time in the Jesuit novitiate and his struggles with illness and spiritual doubt. It goes on to describe his eventual death at a young age, which was attributed to his intense devotion to God.Throughout the book, Goldie provides historical context for St. Stanislaus' life, including the religious and political climate of Poland during the 16th century. The book is written in a straightforward and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages.Overall, The Story of St. Stanislaus Kostka of the Society of Jesus is a compelling and inspiring account of a young man's faith and devotion in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
