Description
Across the Mountains
Book Summary
This full-color illustrated album offers a visual and narrative journey through the life of Saint Josemaría Escrivá, from his early years to his canonization. With an accessible approach and great artistic quality, the work presents the fundamental milestones of his biography, allowing readers of all ages to get to know this saint. It is an ideal tool for introducing the spirituality and example of a life dedicated to faith in a clear, attractive, and memorable way.
What is it about?
The book recounts, through large-format illustrations and carefully adapted text, the life trajectory of Saint Josemaría Escrivá. It begins with his childhood and youth, showing how his vocation was forged, and continues with the founding of Opus Dei, his pastoral work, and the challenges he faced. The work culminates with the process of his canonization, offering a complete and moving vision of his legacy. Each page is designed to capture the reader's attention, combining biographical precision with a visual language that invites contemplation.
Main themes
- Life and work of Saint Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei.
- Vocation and responding to God's call in daily life.
- Holiness as an achievable goal for everyone.
- The importance of faith, perseverance, and service to others.
- The canonization process and the recognition of an exemplary life.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for children and young people who wish to learn about the life of a saint in an enjoyable and visual way. It is also suitable for families, catechists, and educators looking for a quality educational resource to transmit spiritual values. Likewise, it will be attractive to adults interested in an illustrated biography that beautifully and clearly synthesizes the key moments of Saint Josemaría.
What this book offers
- A visual and narrative introduction to the life of Saint Josemaría, ideal for early readers or those who prefer a graphic format.
- High-quality illustrations that enrich understanding and the aesthetic experience of reading.
- A complete biographical journey, from childhood to canonization, in a single volume.
- A pedagogical tool for addressing themes of faith, vocation, and personal example in the home or school setting.
- A carefully crafted, hardcover editorial object that invites being kept and consulted repeatedly.
Technical specifications
- Author: Fostroy, Paule
- Publisher: Ediciones Rialp, S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: BIOGRAPHY: RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL
- Collection: RELIGION. CHILDREN'S
- Binding: Hardcover
- Number of pages: 80
- Weight: 570 g
Editorial review
This illustrated album stands out for its careful edition and its ability to synthesize a complex life into an accessible format. The combination of text and image manages to convey the essence of Saint Josemaría's message without losing historical rigor. It is a work that more than fulfills its objective of bringing the figure of the saint closer to a wide audience, especially younger ones, and does so with a visual quality that makes it a suitable gift both for believers and for those approaching his biography for the first time.