Name: Saint Valentine
ISBN: 9780689824296

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Why This Clicks

Mosaic Valentine

A tender origin story meets paper mosaics shaped by the subtle power of early Christian art.

Come here for

A warm look at the story behind Valentine’s Day
Paper mosaics that echo early Christian art

Expect

A sentimental tale of faith, healing, and a secret message
Subtle, powerful imagery rather than ordinary holiday decoration

Book Details

Authors: Robert Sabuda
Publisher: Aladdin
Published: January 1, 1999
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Valentine's Day · Christian Holiday Stories
Reading lane: Valentine's Day

Affinity

Valentine's Day
75%
Christian Holiday Stories
69%

Publisher Categories

European Biographies
Valentine's Day
Christian Stories

About This Book

How did Valentine's Day, one of our most popular holidays, begin? It started in ancient Rome when a kind physician named Valentine took an interest in a young blind girl. With his healing skill and his deep faith he restored her sight. What we now call Valentine's Day began when he sent the little girl a secret message, which she received after the Christian martyr was executed. For this tale rich in sentiment, master illustrator Robert Sabuda has created exquisite paper mos...

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How did Valentine's Day, one of our most popular holidays, begin? It started in ancient Rome when a kind physician named Valentine took an interest in a young blind girl. With his healing skill and his deep faith he restored her sight. What we now call Valentine's Day began when he sent the little girl a secret message, which she received after the Christian martyr was executed. For this tale rich in sentiment, master illustrator Robert Sabuda has created exquisite paper mosaics to suggest early Christian art that resonates with both subtlety and power.