This insightful biography delves into the life of St. Clare of Assisi, the founder of the Poor Clares. The authors provide a vivid portrait of this remarkable woman and her dedication to a life of poverty, prayer, and service to others. Whether you are a scholar of medieval history or simply interested in the lives of the saints, this book is a must-read. 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.