Amy Steedman Bücher

In a beautiful garden, a child spends joyful hours playing among exquisite flowers, each seemingly whispering to her to choose them. Yet, she hurries past to her own little plot, not as vibrant as others but cherished because it belongs to her. She lovingly declares her affection for her velvet pansies and sweet pinks, recognizing their special bond. This mirrors our relationship with the saints; while we admire all, we hold a unique love for those from our homeland. Just as the child feels a connection to her flowers, we feel a special attachment to the saints of our land, seeing them as our own. The saints, though belonging to God, resonate more deeply with us because they share our history and culture. They become our cherished companions in faith, and we express our love for them, saying, "We love you best, dear saints, because you are our very own." This sentiment echoes through the ages, reminding us of the personal ties we have with those who have walked before us in faith.

Originally published: The nursery book of Bible stories. London: T.C. and E.C. Jack, between 1907 and 1922? With minor editorial revisions.

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This black and white edition serves as an engaging introduction to the Italian Renaissance for younger readers. It offers a personal tour of some of the era's greatest artists, moving beyond a mere historical account to delve into their lives, loves, and artistic journeys. The Italian Renaissance, spanning from the late thirteenth century to the sixteenth, includes the Proto-Renaissance, Early Renaissance, High Renaissance, and Mannerism. Drawing on Giorgio Vasari's classic "Lives of the Painters," the author provides a captivating overview of these influential figures and their societal impact, as well as their lasting cultural legacy. The introduction highlights the Renaissance as a time of rebirth, where artists began to create realistic representations of the world, infusing it with beauty. Among the artists featured are Giotto, Fra Angelico, Masaccio, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Titian, and many others. This edition has been reformatted to meet modern standards while preserving the original illustrations, offering a fresh perspective on the stories of these remarkable individuals who transformed art.