Description Praise for Man of Blessing The difference with Butcher's book.
is the exploration of Benedict's unusual life; his relationship with his twin sister, Scholastica; and the illumination of the saint's miracles.
The book's readability will make it easy for patrons to escape into late Roman Culture and find peace in monastic simplicity.
-Library Journal starred review This remarkable book is a delightful blend of legend and solid history.
Lenora Black OSB, Spirit & Life Throughout the book Butcher].
interweaves some good research that expands the context of Benedict's world and adds dimension to his character.
-American Benedictine Review Butcher's life of St.
Benedict is an excellent example of modern hagiography, written with imagination in a contemporary style based on historical facts and tradition.
-Catholic Library World.
Paraclete Press (ma) Man of blessing: a life of st. benedict, paperback/carmen acevedo butcher
