St. John Capistran

""St. John Capistran: Reformer"" by John Hofer is a biographical account of the life of St. John Capistran, a 15th-century Franciscan friar who became a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the late Middle Ages. The book traces Capistran's journey from his humble beginnings as a lawyer to his eventual calling as a friar and his rise to prominence within the Church.Hofer delves into Capistran's role as a reformer within the Church, particularly in his efforts to combat corruption and promote religious education among the laity. The book also explores Capistran's involvement in the crusade against the Ottoman Turks, which he led on behalf of the Church.Throughout the book, Hofer provides historical context and background information to help readers understand the political and religious climate of the time. He also draws on primary sources, including Capistran's own writings, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this important figure in Church history.Overall, ""St. John Capistran: Reformer"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures of the late Middle Ages.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.