Stories of the Desert Fathers

Meet Saint Anthony who learned from his guardian angel how to attain salvation. Abba Agathon, whose zeal for controlling his tongue inspired him to keep a stone in his mouth for three years. Abba Ammonathas who bilocated to save his community. And John the Dwarf who took obedience to the extreme and was rewarded by a miracle.

All eleven stories are illustrated in an entertaining style. Taken together, these stories create a rich, inspiring, and entertaining history of faith and courage. For children ages 5 and up.