The Snail and the King
The Snail and the King
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Written and illustrated by Fr. Peregrine Fletcher, this story was crafted over 11 years of work.
When the Son of the King invites everyone to the castle, a little snail sets out on his journey to the ship that will take him there. And with only three days until the ship sets sail, there isn't a moment to lose! The snail is not the only animal who undertakes this journey, all hopeful of succeeding in the difficult journey to meet the King.
Through colorful imagery and beautiful verse, this story teaches the working of the Holy Trinity through the characters of the King, the Prince, and the Dove.
One mother told us, "My kids and I loved this book! They were able to figure out that the book was about an invitation to all of us to go to heaven but that many of us, for several reasons, choose not to go. It showed the Holy Spirit always present and ready to help us in our journey here on earth."
Written and illustrated by Fr. Peregrine (who is very busy as the Master of Novoices for St. Michael's Abbey!), children will be captivated by the cheerful pictures while also introducing them to a deep supernatural message. Katie Warner said, "What a delightful story! Full of faith and hope, Fr. Peregrine Fletcher's bright and beautifully illustrated new book, The Snail and the King, will fill young (and old!) hearts with greater longing for heaven, and gratitude for our God who calls all of usโgreat and smallโto His Kingdom."
"What a delightful story! Full of faith and hope, Fr. Peregrine Fletcher's bright and beautifully illustrated new book, The Snail and the King, will fill young (and old!) hearts with greater longing for heaven, and gratitude for our God who calls all of usโgreat and smallโto His Kingdom."
--Katie Warner, bestselling children's book author
โIn The Snail and the King, Fr. Peregrine Fletcher invites each of us to contemplate the beauty of a divine calling and to give God our "Yes" regardless of our insecurities and fears. Fr. Peregrineโs art and prose are a magnificent reminder that we never journey alone in offering our lives to God and living according to God's perfect will. For the young and the young at heart, a stirring contemplation of God's goodness and love!โ
--Lisa Hendey, Catholic author and founder of CatholicMom.com
โThere is nothing better or more important for a child to read about than the promise of Heaven and the love of their Heavenly Father. The Snail and the King is the perfect encapsulation of what it means to seek Heaven with all your heart and be welcomed by God! It is simple enough to be understood by children, but profound enough to bring you to tears. Heartwarming in the absolute best way, with the loveliest of illustrations to match, this book will be read in my home over and over.โ
--Gracie Jagla, Catholic author
"The Snail and the King is such a truly charming tale about the fascinating beauty of the Blessed Trinity intertwined with our ultimate calling as children of God to fully surrender everything into His loving care. This story brings so much hope and anticipation of our Heavenly promise, in which seeking particular virtues like perseverance, humility, and courage can achieve!โ
--Katie Luangkhot, Homeschooling mother and founder of Sweet Catholic Life
"The Snail and the King is a beautiful tale filled with lessons of humility, perseverance, and trust. Those who read this book will be drawn to not only the striking images but also to a story that reveals the Blessed Trinity's unfathomable love for each of us."
--Patrick O'Hearn, Catholic author
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Author and Illustrator: Fr. Peregrine Fletcher
48 pages
Hardcover
