The Story Of St. Stanislaus Kostka (1875)

The Story of St. Stanislaus Kostka is a biographical book written by Henry James Coleridge in 1875. The book tells the story of St. Stanislaus Kostka, a Polish Jesuit who lived in the 16th century. St. Stanislaus Kostka was born into a noble family and was expected to follow in his father's footsteps and become a soldier. However, he had a deep desire to become a priest and serve God.St. Stanislaus Kostka faced many challenges in pursuing his dream, including opposition from his family and illness. Despite these obstacles, he persevered and eventually joined the Jesuits. He became known for his devotion to God and his humility, and he inspired many people with his example.The book provides a detailed account of St. Stanislaus Kostka's life, including his early years, his struggles to become a priest, and his time as a Jesuit. It also explores the historical and cultural context of his life, including the religious and political tensions of 16th-century Poland.Overall, The Story of St. Stanislaus Kostka is a fascinating biographical account of a remarkable man who overcame adversity to follow his calling and serve God. It provides insight into the life of a 16th-century Jesuit and the challenges he faced in pursuing his vocation.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.