No words of St. Joseph are recorded In Scripture. In fact, little mention is made of him there. Yet, despite these seeming limitations, the Church nonetheless possesses an indescribably rich knowledge of St. Joseph and of his cultus. This book will astound most readers both with its scope and with its profundity. Based mainly on Scripture, but supported also by Tradition and the depositions of saints, it is a carefully reasoned analysis of the entirety of that great saint's role in the history of Salvation and the life of the Church. Here we find discussed the age, appearance and occupation of St. Joseph; his character, spiritual life and noble lineage - he was a son of David and therefore by rights a king; how he was prefigured in the Old Testament; his relationship to Mary and Jesus; why he has been named by Pope Pius IX "The Patron of the Universal Church;" and so forth. Many beautiful insights are contained here, for example: St. Joseph can be truly called the father of Jesus in that he served as the model for the formation of the Divine Humanity of Our Lord. Because Mary and Joseph were closely related, Jesus looked like St. Joseph, thus concealing from the world Jesus' true identity until His Public Life. Joseph's work became the work of Jesus - that of a carpenter or builder - probably the most demanding work there is from a combined mental and physical standpoint, thus teaching all people the value of their own type of work, however hard it might be. The book contains all this, plus much, much more. But only a reading will do justice to the amazing riches of The Life and Glories of St. Joseph.

Whenever I see a book with Robert Coles name on it I know it will be worthwhile to read. Coles served as one of several editors of A Life in Medicine: A Literary Anthology and the selections within are outstanding. They include poems, essays, short stories, and excerpts from longer works. The authors range from those working in the field (nurses, medical students, midwives, and physicians) to those not commonly associated with the field (e.g., Raymond Carver).

The book is thought provoking and emphasizes how we are all connected to the process of life and death. As a physician (with writing as an avocation) I thought it offered a wonderful look at the many facets of medical care and those that deliver it.

This book would be a wonderful gift for anyone in the profession but can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the human condition.

if you are a decendent of a persinger you need this book for family history, talks about joseph and jacob persinger.

Stone's Life of Brant (1838) predates Lossing's Pictorial Field-Book of The Revolution (1859) by 21 years. In it are little know facts and discoveries a reader of the American Revolutionary period will find facinating. While Lossing covers the entire period in a manner second to none, Stone captures events specifically in the Mohawk R. vicinity. If you have visited this area, Stone's Life of Brant is a must read! This is a two-set volume that any true history buff should have in their library. I am lucky enough to have first editions of both Stone and Lossing. Tom Sayre, son of Russell P. Sayre of Pvt. Asa Hoskins fame.

Found this very old book. Title page missing, I do ndt know the author. Chapter 1 begins Sullivan's campaign into the Seneca country. Anyone know this? Sid Mansur, sidmansur@aol.com

This is the best biography of Joseph Fielding Smith ever written. Being written by the Prophet's son, this book has many of those humorous and deep insights that family members know, love, and cherish. I think the most interesting inclusions is the copy of President Smith's second patriarchal blessing. This blessing is a blessing for the world, since it gives us a revelation about the nature of President Smith's mission as an apostle, and later as a prophet.

President Joseph Fielding Smith is the reason why I am so religious. Or why I try to be religious, in any case. He has one of the greatest theological minds that I have ever read, and he is like a modern Martin Luther. He has a powerful faith that guided his life and labors.

From the moment I started to read I could not put the book down. Every time I walked away from it, something would make me turn around and read another chapter. It is compelling, magnificant and inspirational! There was a total peace within me as I read every word. I was able to picture in my mind the every movement of St. Joseph, Mary and child Jesus. This has deepened my faith and trust in God more than any other experience I have ever had!

Through the words of John Powell, my own ongoing journey to wholeness in Christ has been affirmed yet one more time. Fr. Powell shares his own personal experiences and philosophies which focus on God's love for us through Christ and His gift of the Holy Spirit. This is not a book for just Catholics, but instead for anyone who wants to have a personal walk with their savior Jesus Christ and their Abba.

This a quality book written by a young author. I highly recommend buying this book for your family

An important, fearlessly honest, moving book. Each page instructs, comforts and, possibly, breaks your heart, as those for whom it was written too late come to mind. The message couldn't be simpler; yet the cultural refusal to hear it is both complex and insidious. Mr. Sharp has cut through it like a hot knife through butter, presenting us with an unexpected fork in the road and loving direction to the path of healing and calm. If you know someone who is dying, or plan on it yourself someday, read this book, own this book