Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, Volume 5 (American Saints)

Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, Volume 5, authored by John Gilmary Shea, is a compilation of saints' biographies, specifically focusing on American saints recognized in the United States. Published as part of a series that includes reflections for each day of the year, this volume draws from Butler's Lives and other reputable sources. It was created in response to a request from the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore, highlighting the significance of American saints in the Catholic tradition.