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Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. The Story of a Soul offers an intimate glimpse into the heart of a young woman whose quiet devotion transformed ordinary life into a path of holiness. Written with warmth and sincerity, Saint Thérèse recounts her spiritual journey as a Carmelite nun, revealing her ""Little Way""-a practice of humility, trust, and love expressed through simple daily acts. Her reflections invite readers to find God not through grandeur, but through faithfulness in the smallest moments. First published posthumously in 1898, The Story of a Soul profoundly shaped modern Catholic spirituality by making holiness accessible to all. Through her emphasis on simplicity and childlike trust, Thérèse of Lisieux reshaped devotional thought worldwide. Declared a Doctor of the Church in 1997, her legacy endures as one of the most influential and beloved voices in Christian history.

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Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, born on January 2, 1873, in Alençon, France, entered the Carmelite convent at Lisieux at just 15 years old. Known as ""The Little Flower,"" Thérèse developed her ""Little Way"" of spiritual childhood, emphasizing love, humility, and trust in God. Her simple, yet profound spirituality made her one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church.Thérèse's autobiographical work, The Story of a Soul, was published posthumously and quickly gained widespread acclaim for its relatable, heartfelt approach to faith. She believed that small acts of love and sacrifice could achieve holiness, a message that resonated deeply with readers worldwide. Her writings promoted a path to sanctity accessible to all, contributing to her widespread veneration.In 1925, Thérèse was canonized by Pope Pius XI, and in 1997, she was declared a Doctor of the Church, an honor bestowed on only a few saints. Her relics have traveled globally, drawing millions of pilgrims and inspiring devotion across cultures. Thérèse's influence endures, as she remains a symbol of hope, love, and humility in the Catholic faith.

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