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The Life Of The Venerable Joseph Benedict Cottolengo: Founder Of The Little House Of Providence In Turin (1893)

The Life Of The Venerable Joseph Benedict Cottolengo: Founder Of The Little House Of Providence In Turin (1893)

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ISBN10: 1167214714
ISBN13: 9781167214714
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 290
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life Of The Venerable Joseph Benedict Cottolengo: Founder Of The Little House Of Providence In Turin is a biographical account of the life and work of Joseph Benedict Cottolengo. Written by Pietro Paolo Gastaldi and first published in 1893, the book tells the story of Cottolengo's journey from a humble country boy to a revered religious figure in Turin, Italy.The book begins by describing Cottolengo's childhood and early years, highlighting his strong faith and desire to help others. It then goes on to detail his work as a priest and his founding of the Little House of Providence, a charitable organization that provided shelter and care for the sick, disabled, and marginalized members of society.Throughout the book, Gastaldi paints a vivid picture of Cottolengo's selfless dedication to his mission and the many challenges he faced along the way. He also provides insight into the religious and social context of Turin during Cottolengo's lifetime, shedding light on the broader issues and struggles of the time.Overall, The Life Of The Venerable Joseph Benedict Cottolengo is a powerful testament to the life and legacy of a truly remarkable individual. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious and charitable movements, as well as those seeking inspiration from the lives of great humanitarians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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