Legends Of The Blessed Virgin

Legends of the Blessed Virgin is a book written by Jacques Collin de Plancy that explores the various stories and myths surrounding the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Mary's life, including her birth, childhood, marriage to Joseph, and the birth of Jesus. The book also delves into the many miracles and apparitions associated with Mary, such as the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico and the appearances of Mary to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France. De Plancy examines the cultural significance of Mary in different regions of the world, including Europe, Africa, and South America.Throughout the book, de Plancy provides historical context and analysis of the various legends and myths, as well as their impact on art, literature, and popular culture. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the role of Mary in Christian tradition and a fascinating look at the enduring power of her image and story.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.