The life of St. Francis of Assisi was a continuous journey. His strong calling to preach led him to undertake long journeys to spread the Gospel and bring peace to regions ravaged by war.
The geographical map of his spiritual life began and ended in his hometown, Assisi, where he renounced his father’s wealth and, in the church of San Damiano, received the call from the Crucified Christ to “repair His Church” in 1205—and where he later composed the Canticle of the Creatures, a prayer of praise to God, the Creator of all things.

A bibliographic exhibition at Angelica traces the stages of his life in Italy and beyond, showcasing some of the most significant volumes related to the saint’s life.