Description
1958 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage biography by Francis Trochu offers a captivating glimpse into the life of Saint Bernadette Soubirous, the humble French peasant girl who witnessed the famous Marian apparitions in Lourdes in 1858. Trochu’s meticulous research and vivid prose transport readers to 19th-century rural France, painting a rich portrait of Bernadette’s piety, fortitude, and unwavering faith amidst poverty and adversity. As one of the earliest biographies published after her canonization in 1933, this edition holds particular significance for collectors and devotees alike. Despite its age, the well-preserved pages and sturdy binding invite readers to immerse themselves in the extraordinary journey of this beloved saint, whose visions transformed Lourdes into a revered pilgrimage site and a testament to the enduring power of faith.
