The Life of St. Jane Frances de Chantal: Foundress of the Order of the Visitation is a biographical book written by Richardson and Son and published in 1852. The book details the life of St. Jane Frances de Chantal, a French Roman Catholic nun who founded the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary in the early 17th century. The book begins with a brief introduction to St. Jane's early life, including her marriage to the Baron de Chantal and her subsequent widowhood. It then goes on to describe her spiritual journey and her decision to found the Visitation Order, which focused on the education and spiritual growth of young women. The book also delves into St. Jane's relationships with other notable figures of her time, including St. Francis de Sales, who was a close friend and spiritual advisor. The authors provide a detailed account of St. Jane's struggles and triumphs as she worked to establish her order and spread her message of devotion to God. Overall, The Life of St. Jane Frances de Chantal is a comprehensive and inspiring account of the life and legacy of a remarkable woman who dedicated herself to serving God and helping others. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church or the lives of the saints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.