This classic biography of St. Francis of Assisi explores his life and spirituality, including his relationship with the Catholic Church and his impact on European society during the Middle Ages. Author Grant Emmor Pike provides a detailed account of St. Francis' vision of a world without material possessions and the founding of the Franciscan order. This book is an essential read for those interested in the history of Christianity and the life of one of its most influential figures. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.