Life of Blessed Martin de Porres: Saintly American Negro and Patron of Social Justice

The Life of Blessed Martin de Porres: Saintly American Negro and Patron of Social Justice is a biographical account of the life of Martin de Porres, a 17th-century Dominican lay brother who is revered as a saint in the Catholic Church. Written by J.C. Kearns, the book explores Martin de Porres' humble beginnings as the son of a Spanish nobleman and a freed slave from Panama, his struggles with racism and discrimination, and his unwavering commitment to serving the poor and marginalized. The book also delves into Martin de Porres' miraculous healing powers, his devotion to prayer and contemplation, and his role as a patron saint of social justice. Drawing on historical records and firsthand accounts, The Life of Blessed Martin de Porres offers a comprehensive and inspiring portrait of a remarkable man whose legacy continues to inspire people around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.