Praise for Man of Blessing
�
��he difference with Butcher's book��is the exploration of Benedict's unusual life; his relationship with his twin sister, Scholastica; and the illumination of the saint's miracles. The book's readability will make it easy for patrons to escape into late Roman Culture and find peace in monastic simplicity.��-Library Journal starred review
��his remarkable book is a delightful blend of legend and solid history.����r. Lenora Black OSB, Spirit & Life
��hroughout the book [Butcher]�夷nterweaves some good research that expands the context of Benedict's world and adds dimension to his character.��-American Benedictine Review
��utcher's life of St. Benedict is an excellent example of modern hagiography, written with imagination in a contemporary style based on historical facts and tradition.��-Catholic Library World
�
��he difference with Butcher's book��is the exploration of Benedict's unusual life; his relationship with his twin sister, Scholastica; and the illumination of the saint's miracles. The book's readability will make it easy for patrons to escape into late Roman Culture and find peace in monastic simplicity.��-Library Journal starred review
��his remarkable book is a delightful blend of legend and solid history.����r. Lenora Black OSB, Spirit & Life
��hroughout the book [Butcher]�夷nterweaves some good research that expands the context of Benedict's world and adds dimension to his character.��-American Benedictine Review
��utcher's life of St. Benedict is an excellent example of modern hagiography, written with imagination in a contemporary style based on historical facts and tradition.��-Catholic Library World