More than just another book about Mary, this volume is a handy compendium of Catholic Doctrine. This timeless classic, originally published by Benziger Brothers in 1909, is the sort of book every Catholic should have on the family bookshelf.
Contents include:
- The importance, as well as the benefits, in seeking the intercession of the saints; - Novenas for the feasts of the Blessed Virgin, along with notes about their proper observance (including the importance of thanksgiving afterwards); - An introduction to the devotion to the Fourteen Holy Helpers, together with legends and novenas for each; - Prayers and litanies every Catholic should know, including the Stations of the Cross; - A collection of the wisdom of the Saints for every day of the year; - And finally, a thorough discussion of the major practices of the Catholic Church, with a focus on the strength of reason and tradition in each.
Taken together, this practical manual is sure to be a valuable addition to the bookshelf of every Catholic Family.
