Passionate portrayals of the great Maria Callas have appeared in countless articles and books. Yet behind the unanimous enthusiasm for the soprano's talent remains the mystery of the woman herself--restless, ephemeral, elusive. No one but "la Maria" could tell the real story of Maria Callas. Here, a new figure emerges, cultivated from the letters, memoirs, photographs, and ephemera that the authors have collected from Callas's personal archives and those of her friends. The result, in essence, is a secret diary illuminating the central episodes of her life. Approaching Callas's most intimate self, the authors listen to her heart to narrate the story of a life which was essentially simple, though no less fascinating than the fabled existence imagined by her fans. Revealing the mysteries of her incomparable art, the secrets of her troubled soul, the tales of her joyful triumphs and painful delusions, this stunning visual chronicle brings us closer to a great star who was, above all, human. With a refined graphic presentation that includes a wealth of previously unpublished photographs, this work is a colorful and resonant tribute to the woman Callas was and the legend she continues to be twenty years since her death.

Callas by Callas: The Secret Writings of La Maria

Allegri, Renzo

Allegri, Roberto

Humor & Entertainment

Universe

Mother Theres of Calcutta has touched millions, yet little known of her private life. Read of her family's legacy faith...and of the secret heartache of a wo-man who has done for much for others, but was ultimately unable to help her own family.

Teresa of the Poor: The Story of Her Life

Religion & Spirituality

Charis Books

Mother Teresa is undoubtedly one of the most significant personalities of our time. The writings and teachings of this woman have inspired men and women around the world. The author's extensive personal research and long conversations with Mother Teresa herself have produced a series of vivid biographical sketches that offer unique insight into the life of this great heroine. Features previously unpublished details of Mother Teresa's life.

Biographies & Memoirs

Leaders & Notable People

Servant Pubns

Beatified on May 22, 1999, Padre Pio of Pietrelcina (1887-1968) was a Capuchin monk and mystic whose life was marked with miracles and wonders, but who said that his only desire was "to be a poor friar who prays." Observes the author: "When people write about Padre Pio, they tend to dwell on the penitential aspect of his life, thereby giving a somewhat dark and medieval tinge to his personality…. Padre Pio was and is a man of hope. Throughout his life, in the midst of the most difficult trials, he always looked to the future with a spirit of optimism, faith, and love." In this intimate biography, you will see the results of this humble Capuchin's prayers and discover for yourself the Source of his great hope. A Servant Book.

Padre Pio: Man of Hope

A close-up look at the lives of three children who saw Mary 
The faith of millions has been energized by the now-famous events at Fatima, a tiny Portuguese village where the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared repeatedly to three young shepherds with a message for the whole world. In these apparitions of 1917, approved by the Catholic Church in 1930 as "worthy of belief," Jesus’ mother prophesied the end of Word War I, the coming of World War II, the global spread of Communism, and much more. During her last visit to Fatima, the celebrated "miracle of the sun"--a spectacular atmospheric phenomenon--occurred in the presence of more than 70,000 astonished witnesses. 
The beatification of two of the Portuguese visionaries in 2000 has stirred new interest in the message of Fatima. In response to this worldwide hunger to know more about what happened there, Italian journalists Renzo and Roberto Allegri present the intriguing story behind the miracles--an inside look at the everyday lives of the shepherd children, their families, and their village. 
The authors take us with them on their recent visit to the sites where the startling occurrences took place. There, they interview close relatives of the visionaries whose familiarity with the people and events of Fatima provides insights no one else could offer. 
With the intimacy of a personal diary and the warmth of a family album, Fatima: The Story Behind the Miracles will give you a revealing glimpse into the faith and courage of young saints-in-the-making.

Fatima: The Story Behind the Miracles

Conversations with Mother Teresa is a lively and personal portrait of this modern-day saint that captures Mother Teresa's vision, energy, determination, and great love for Jesus in the poorest of the poor. Italian Journalist Renzo Allegri relates his impressions upon meeting this "diminutive woman in love with God" in a way that makes us feel as if we were there with him. He also includes lesser known stories about her life: her Albanian family and the hope she never realized of seeing her mother and sister again; her successful plan to place a miraculous medal in the Kremlin; and the suffering she felt when leaving her convent to launch her new mission. All who read this book will share Allegri's admiration and amazement of Blessed Mother Teresa and the Missionaries of Charity she founded, which he calls "an army that defies the impossible."

Conversations with Mother Teresa: A Personal Portrait of the Saint, Her Mission, and Her Great Love for God

Christian Books & Bibles

Word Among Us Press

“Padre Pio was and is a man of hope. Throughout his life, in the midst of the most difficult trials, he always looked to the future with a spirit of optimism, faith, and love.” Canonized on June 16, 2002, Padre Pio of Pietrelcina (1887-1968) was a Capuchin monk and mystic whose life was marked with miracles and wonders, but who said that his only desire was “to be a poor friar who prays.” In this intimate biography, you will see the results of this humble Capuchin's prayers and discover for yourself the Source of his great hope. This updated edition contains five new chapters covering the years between beatification and canonization, St. Pio’s continued work in people’s lives, and the devotion of St. John Paul II to this extraordinary saint of our day.

Saint Padre Pio: Man of Hope

Franciscan Media

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Cuda Ojca Pio

Allegri Renzo CUDA OJCA PIO Pierwsza publikacja sposrod wszystkich dotyczacych Ojca Pio ktora probuje wyjsc poza opis wstrzasajacych perypetii zyciowych slynnego Kapucyna by przeanalizowac nadprzyrodzony wymiar jego zycia Autor przedstawia cuda jakimi bylo wypelnione zycie Ojca Pio przytaczajac dziesiatki opowiesci i relacji naocznych swiadkow Stygmaty i jednoczesne zjawiania sie w roznych miejscach przepowiadanie przyszlosci zdolnosc odczytywania mysli i grzechow rozmowy ze zmarlymi i wreszcie niezliczone uzdrowienia to zjawiska ktorych nauka nie potrafila i nie potrafi do dzis wyjasnic a ktore skladaja sie na fascynujaca tajemnicza postac Swietego z Pietrelciny wydanie pierwsze wznowienie oprawa miekka data wydania wrzesien 2006 ISBN 8370972950 format 146x202 mm stron 304 cena 2150 zl

Cuda Ojca Pio (Polska wersja jezykowa)

La vera storia di Maria Callas: Con documenti inediti (Italian Edition)

A. Mondadori

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Callas by Callas: The Secret Writings of La Maria

Teresa of the Poor: The Story of Her Life

Teresa of the Poor: The Story of Her Life

Padre Pio: Man of Hope

Fatima: The Story Behind the Miracles

Conversations with Mother Teresa: A Personal Portrait of the Saint, Her Mission, and Her Great Love for God

Saint Padre Pio: Man of Hope

Cuda Ojca Pio

Cuda Ojca Pio (Polska wersja jezykowa)

La vera storia di Maria Callas: Con documenti inediti (Italian Edition)