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The Lives of the Saints, Volume 02 (of 16): February

This volume gathers hagiographical sketches arranged by calendar day for the month of February, presenting concise lives of saints, accounts of martyrdoms, miracles, and devotional legends alongside historical and critical notes. Entries range from brief notices to extended narratives and are often accompanied by engravings, feast-day lists, and liturgical commentary. The work mixes devotional storytelling with antiquarian scholarship, citing variant traditions and references and providing index material to assist readers seeking biographical, legendary, and commemorative information about the figures honored in this portion of the ecclesiastical year.

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This volume gathers hagiographical sketches arranged by calendar day for the month of February, presenting concise lives of saints, accounts of martyrdoms, miracles, and devotional legends alongside historical and critical notes. Entries range from brief notices to extended narratives and are often accompanied by engravings, feast-day lists, and liturgical commentary. The work mixes devotional storytelling with antiquarian scholarship, citing variant traditions and references and providing index material to assist readers seeking biographical, legendary, and commemorative information about the figures honored in this portion of the ecclesiastical year.

About the Author

Baring-Gould, S. portrait

S. Baring-Gould

Sabine Baring-Gould (1834-1924) was an English author, antiquarian, and folklorist, known for his extensive writings on regional history and folklore. He produced a diverse body of work, including travel literature, novels, and studies of local customs. His notable titles include "A Book of Cornwall" and "A Book of Dartmoor," which reflect his deep appreciation for the landscapes and cultures of these regions. Baring-Gould was also a prolific hymn writer and contributed significantly to the preservation of English folklore and traditions. His works continue to be valued for their rich detail and insight into the social history of England.

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