Commissioned by the Franciscan Order, Bonaventure wrote this official biography of Francis of Assisi in 1260.  It is a unique account of the life of Saint Francis, the sweet and unendingly selfless saint, who famously gave up his life of riches to live in poverty with humility, caring for society's outcasts. This is essential reading for those looking to understand the life of this remarkable figure, whose message is the ideal introduction to Christianity for people of all faiths and cultures.