From the Angel's Blackboard: The Best of Fulton J. Sheen

by Fulton Sheen

Overview

Divided into three sections (Mind, Heart, and Spirit), these special texts are a testament to Sheen's own tenacity, which won him a loyal worldwide following.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780892439256
Publisher:	Liguori Publications
Publication date:	10/16/1996
Series:	Liguori Classic Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	256
Sales rank:	298,937
Product dimensions:	6.08(w) x 10.84(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen (1895-1979), one of the 20th century's best-known and loved Catholic prelates, was a lecturer, professor, philosopher, preacher, and writer. He is widely regarded as the first clerical radio and television personality, hosting the popular “Life is Worth Living” TV show. He served as director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. A prolific writer, Archbishop Sheen authored two weekly syndicated newspaper columns that ran for nearly two decades as well as books including, The Cross and the Beatitudes: Lessons on Love and Forgiveness, Peace of Soul, and From the Angel's Blackboard: The Best of Fulton J. Sheen.

Editorial Reviews

Archbishop Sheen was a gifted and well-loved writer, orator and early television personality whose weekly show, Life Is Worth Living, ran on ABC-TV and radio from 1951 to 1957, reaching an estimated 30 million viewers before it stopped and making Sheen one of the most popular personalities in mid-20th century America. Now, in honor of the centennial of his birth, the Archbishop's work is being commemorated by a compilation of selected materials from his published essays and television scripts. Divided into three categories (Mind, Heart, Spirit), these pieces cut deeply and honestly to the heart of the reader. This is a powerful selection. It should be savored not only by those who remember enjoying Sheen but also by all who would like simply to read something excellent. (Apr.)

Publishers Weekly - Publisher's Weekly

Forty years ago, one of the most popular figures on television was a Roman Catholic bishop, Fulton J. Sheen. A prolific author and an inveterate popularizer of Catholic dogma, Sheen reached into the hearts and souls of millions with his messages of practical spiritual help. This collection draws upon Sheen's many works to offer up the bishop's advice to a new generation. Here we find guidance on, among other issues, practicing charity, understanding and engaging the depths of love, and finding lasting happiness. Sheen's sparkling wit and incisive intellect make these pieces treasures to be collected. For most large public libraries.

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