St. Francis Solano: Wonder Worker of the New World and Apostle of Argentina and Peru

By Mary Fabyan Windeatt

Book Overview

Come to know St. Francis Solano, a man who worked so many miracles so frequently that he was called "The Wonder Worker of the New World." Stories include his efforts to convert slaves on a sinking ship, his healing of the sick during a terrible plague, and how one sermon he gave in the marketplace left a city in an uproar. Read of his many adventures and heroics in bringing souls to God in the mission territory of South America.

Mary Fabyan Windeatt was known as "the storyteller of the saints." In the 1950's and 60's she wrote over twenty historical fiction novels on the saints, bringing to life these holy men and women for young readers across the world. By artistically rendering familiar stories, the Windeatt books help readers see that the saints are real people whom we can emulate.

Ideal for all children, especially those enrolled in TAN Academy in kindergarten through third grades for easy reading literature.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0895554313
• ISBN13: 9780895554314
• Release Date: January 1946
• Publisher: Tan Books
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 15 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 10

Customer Reviews

An exciting, engaging, inspiring read

Miss Windeatt is known for her engaging writing style and this book is a great example of her skill. She makes Saint Francis Solano come alive and brings the reader into the scene. I'd never heard of St. Francis prior to receiving this book as a gift but now I want to know more! Any of Miss Windeatt's books would be a great introduction to REAL heroes, but this one showcases a devout and humble man who gave his all for the Gospel. HIGHLY recommended.

Review from the Publisher

The captivating story and many adventures of St. Francis Solano for children 10 and up; his converting the slaves on a sinking ship and 9,000 Indians with one sermon, healing the sick, finding a spring in the desert, etc.