Francis: A Life in Songs

Ann Wroe's Francis is a remarkable and beautiful book that combines a troubadour's musicality with a full grasp of the moment and a luminous sense of Francis as both myth and man. It is a sequence only Ann Wroe could write, combining a musicality with a sense of Francis as both myth and man, across history and culture, in nature and community.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 208 pages
\n Publication date: 08 November 2018
\n Publisher: Vintage Publishing
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Throughout her remarkable career, Ann Wroe has consistently defied expectations, forging her own distinctive path. Now, in her latest work, Francis, she delves into verse to recount the life of St Francis of Assisi. This captivating sequence is a testament to Ann Wroe's unparalleled talent, seamlessly blending a troubadour's musicality with a profound understanding of the present moment, as well as a luminous portrayal of Francis as both myth and man, spanning across history, culture, nature, and community. It is a truly extraordinary and breathtaking book.

St Francis was a truly captivating spirit, renowned for his poetic prowess, musical talents, and graceful movements. His world was adorned with the melodies of troubadour lays, infused with the joyous songs of birds, structured by the resonant bells and chants of the Church, and transformed by the angelic lyres he heard about. For Ann Wroe, this serves as an excellent motivation to compose his life in the form of songs. It also presents an opportunity to capture, through these musical compositions, the lingering presence and profound impact of St Francis in our lives. His spirit continues to surprise us in unexpected encounters on city streets, interrupting the monotony of everyday work, and persistently reminding us of the inherent beauty found in nature. Great spirits, like St Francis, never truly fade away. Their echoes resonate continuously, leaving an indelible mark on our souls.

\n Weight: 374g\n
Dimension: 207 x 138 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781787331488\n \n