| Treasure in Clay: The Autobiography of Fulton J. Sheen Contributor(s): Sheen, Fulton J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0385177097 ISBN-13: 9780385177092 Publisher: Image OUR PRICE: $16.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 1982 Annotation: Fulton J. Sheen was an extraordinary priest, author of some sixty books, pastor of a radio and television congregation numbering thirty million, and surely the most loved and celebrated Catholic prelate of the twentieth century. Here, in Sheen's own words, are reflections from his childhood, his years in seminary, his academic career, his extensive travels, his media stardom, and more. A wealth of anecdotes enriches this wide-ranging memoir--stories from his experiences as an orator and preacher, from his many papal audiences, from Vatican Council II. With text enhanced by a wonderful assortment of photographs that capture the flavor and spirit of Sheen's illustrious life, fans young and old will cherish this autobiography for years to come. For it is, without doubt, a lasting testament to a life that was worth living. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Religious - Religion | Christian Living - Inspirational - Religion | Christianity - Catholic |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2008006617 |
| Physical Information: 1.08" H x 5.23" W x 8.01" (0.83 lbs) 416 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Catholic - Religious Orientation - Christian - Theometrics - Catholic |
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| Publisher Description: Treasure in Clay provides a lifetime's worth of wisdom from one of the most beloved and influential figures in twentieth-century Catholicism. Completed shortly before his death in 1979, Treasure in Clay is the autobiography of Fulton J. Sheen, the preeminent teacher, preacher, and pastor of American Catholicism. Called "the Great Communicator" by Billy Graham and "a prophet of the times" by Pope Pius XII, Sheen was the voice of American Catholicism for nearly fifty years. In addition to his prolific writings, Sheen dominated the airwaves, first in radio, and later television, with his signature program "Life is Worth Living," drawing an average of 30 million viewers a week in the 1950s. Sheen had the ears of everyone from presidents to the common men, women, and children in the pews, and his uplifting message of faith, hope, and love shaped generations of Catholics. Here in Sheen's own words are reflections from his childhood, his years in seminary, his academic career, his media stardom, his pastoral work, his extensive travels, and much more. Readers already familiar with Sheen and as well as those coming to him for the first time will find a fascinating glimpse into the Catholic world Sheen inhabited, and will find inspiration in Sheen's heartfelt recollections. Treasure in Clay is a classic book and a lasting testament to a life that was worth living. |