The Penitent
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- Synopsis
- During the latter part of the 20th century Maria Goretti was a uniquely popular saint. The book recounts her rape and murder by Alessandro Cerinelli. The story focuses primarily on Alessandro, his rage, passion, hatred, and finally after many years, his repentance and life following prison. The story was written and rewritten and changed by the Press. What is also extremely evident is the forgiveness offered Alessandro by the Goretti family.
- Copyright:
- 1962
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 190 Pages
- Publisher:
- Hawthorn Books
- Date of Addition:
- 07/30/20
- Copyrighted By:
- Pietro Di Donato
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Biographies and Memoirs, Religion and Spirituality
- Submitted By:
- Sister M. Dolores Dean
- Proofread By:
- Kristin Mills
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.