This collection of historical documents provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of the Franciscan Order. Compiled by the scholars of the Collegium S. Bonaventurae in Rome, this volume includes a wide variety of texts, including chronicles, letters, and other primary sources, which shed light on the lives and teachings of St. Francis and his followers. A treasure trove of historical insight and religious inspiration, Analecta Franciscana is an essential resource for scholars and students of Franciscan history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.