| Author |
Dryden, John, 1631-1700 |
| Editor |
Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
| Title |
The Works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The Life of St. Francis Xavier
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| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, G. Graustein and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"The Works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16" by John Dryden is a historical collection, likely compiled in the early 19th century. This volume contains the "Life of St. Francis Xavier," detailing the significant contributions and miracles of the 16th-century missionary who played a pivotal role in the spread of Christianity in Asia. The text blends Dryden's poetic language with biographical details, presenting a narrative rich in faith-driven exploits and spiritual fervor. The beginning of this volume introduces St. Francis Xavier, emphasizing his noble lineage and exceptional qualities that made him suitable for his apostolic mission. Dryden juxtaposes the challenges faced by Xavier, including temptations and trials, against his unwavering commitment to spreading Christianity. As Xavier embarks on a spiritual journey, the text highlights his early education and formative experiences at the University of Paris, where he encounters Ignatius Loyola, ultimately leading to his decision to dedicate his life to evangelism in distant lands. The narrative establishes a foundation for understanding Xavier's profound impact and sets the stage for his subsequent missionary adventures detailed in later chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14947 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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