The Franciscan Conspiracy - Hardcover

Sack, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1883991919 ISBN 13: 9781883991913

Publisher: Riverwood Books, 2005

Synopsis

A coded letter drives the devout monk Conrad into the bawdy, treacherous society of 13th-century Italy. His quest to discover the truth behind St. Francis’ death entangles Conrad in the lives of worldly merchants, scheming clerics, indomitable women, and even Pope Gregory X. Each step tests Conrad’s severe morality, his astute mind, and his loving heart.

About this title

About the Author:

John Sack has a BA in English from Yale University and an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Washington. The Franciscan Conspiracy is his first adult novel, although he has previously published computer textbooks and a young adult novel. He currently lives in Southern Oregon.

Review:

""If Satan existed, the future of the order founded by St. Francis would afford him the most exquisite gratification. 'The net result of Saint Francis' life was to create yet one more wealthy and corrupt order, to strengthen the hierarchy and to facilitate the persecution of all who excelled in moral earnestness or freedom of thought. In view of his own aims and character, it is impossible to imagine any more bitterly ironical outcome."

About this edition

• Publisher: Riverwood Books
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1883991919
• ISBN 13: 9781883991913
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 244