Winner of the 2004 Theologos Award for Best Children's Book from the Association of Theological Booksellers Here the story of Clare and Francis is told in simple words and illustrated through striking images adorned with gold. This inspiring book will bring the tale of Assisi's two great saints to life for young readers everywhere. Around the year 1200 Francis and Clare were born in Assisi, Italy. Although born into wealthy families, they chose lives of poverty instead. Francis preached to both people and animals throughout the towns, while Clare cared for the sick in the convent of San Damiano. Both gave a joyful face to the spirituality of the Middle Ages and set examples that live on even today. EERDMANS YOUNG READERS 2003 Ages 5 and up, Full-color illustrations throughout 8.5 x 12 inches, 40 pages

GUIDO VISCONTI is the author of several books for children. Born in Milan, Italy, Gudio earned a degree in literature and philosophy and then taught school in Italy for several years. In 1985 he moved to India, where he and his wife direct a village school. BIMBA LANDMANN has illustrated a number of children's books. She was born in Milan, Italy, where she currently lives with her husband and son.