The Quotable Fulton Sheen: A Topical Compilation of the Wit, Wisdom, and Satire of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

By Fulton J. Sheen

Book Overview

Published to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the death of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, this scintillating collection captures the essence of one of the greatest religious leaders of our day. Devout priest, powerful orator, and prolific writer, participant in Vatican Council II and director of the Society of the Propagation of the Faith, Fulton Sheen was internationally recognized through his radio and television ministry, his scores of books and syndicated columns, and his worldwide travel.

Arranged alphabetically by topic and containing 1,300 entries on hundreds of subjects - from Absolution to Zoophilists - this comprehensive anthology exemplifies the tremendous faith, wisdom, humor, and goodness of the beloved prelate. This compilation features a Foreward by John Cardinal O'Connor and tributes by notables as Billy Graham and Malcolm Muggeridge, and is a must for every Christian library. Speakers, too, will find here a useful resource for that needed right quote or apt illustration.

The Quotable Fulton Sheen is a one-volume treasure trove for readers of all ages.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0385262264
• ISBN13: 9780385262262
• Release Date: October 1989
• Publisher: Prh Christian Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.6" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

Useful on many levels

It is an odd thing to review a book of quotes. By it's nature such a book is comprised of disembodied fragments from the author's body of writings. Quotes taken out of their original context lose much of their meaning, and impact, yet this is not the case with the work of Archbishop Sheen. This book is chock full of gems, useful for reflection or reference, for prayer or to throw out at your next party. Certainly a useful took for both intellectual and spiritual development.

Great lessons from a wise man and future saint

This book of Archbishop Fulton Sheen's greatest quotes can provide inspiration and wise counsel to any reader of any age. Many of his books are out of print and subsequently his works and wisdom are less accessible these days. This book saves some of his greatest thoughts, ideas and observations and delivers them in a quotation format. This book is very readable. One can pick it up for a few moments or keep reading for an hour and not be disappointed with the time spent. I'd love for it to be produced on an audio edition. The Catholic Church and America are blessed and fortunate to claim this man as their citizen. May he be remembered for many centuries to come. Fulton Sheen pray for us.