Elizabeth: Princess, Abbess, Saint by: Mary Ford

Saint Elizabeth: The Unusual Princess

Meet Saint Elizabeth the New Martyr 

Imagine a princess who visits prisons and bandages the wounded. She gives up her wealth to start a monastery and helps poor children. This book by Mary Ford, illustrated by Ruth Sanderson, tells her inspiring story. Perfect for ages 5-12, it captures her life from childhood to her role as abbess. The book includes both joyful and tragic moments, making it a remarkable read for all ages.

Beautifully Illustrated Story

Authentic Illustrations 

The illustrations by Ruth Sanderson are hand-painted and researched for authenticity. They capture St. Elizabeth's extraordinary life in rich detail. The book is a beautifully illustrated story suitable for young children. It's a hardcover with 32 pages, making it a delightful read for kids and adults alike.

Inspire with Saint Elizabeth

Pray for Us 

Saint Elizabeth's dramatic life has made her one of the most popular contemporary saints. This book is a perfect gift for children aged 5-12. It's written by Mary Ford and illustrated by Ruth Sanderson. The book's rich detail and authentic illustrations will inspire readers of all ages. Holy St. Elizabeth, pray for us!

About the Author: Dr. Mary Ford is recently retired from being Associate Professor of New Testament at St. Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary in South Canaan, PA, where she taught for over 30 years.  She has had a lifelong interest in folktales and children’s literature, and has been an Anglophile for as long as she can remember. Among her publications are The Soul's Longing: An Orthodox Christian Perspective on Biblical Interpretation, and Marriage as a Path to Holiness: Lives of the Married Saints, coauthored with her husband David. Her most recent academic book is titled The Gate of Heaven: Temple and Theosis in the Gospel According to St. John. Elizabeth is her first published children’s book.

About the illustrator: Ruth Sanderson is an award-winning author and illustrator well-known for her original and retold fairy tales and her lavishly illustrated version of The Golden Key by George MacDonald. She is an Orthodox Christian, and has created a number of religious picture books, including The Nativity; Saints: Lives and Illuminations; and Stories of Women in the Bible. Ruth lives in Massachusetts with her family.