Saints

"Saints" by Amy Jeffs offers a captivating retelling of medieval legends of saints from around the world, blending stories from official biographies, folklore, art, and poetry across centuries. The book explores the rise and influence of the medieval cult of saints through vivid narratives and insightful commentaries, accompanied by over thirty original paper cutout illustrations. Spanning from the fourth to the sixteenth century, these tales showcase both well-known and lesser-known saints, revealing their enduring impact on culture, rituals, and beliefs.