The editors of LIFE present this illustrated biography of the mother of Jesus. Mary of Nazareth is one of the most fascinating women in history, revered by billions of people throughout the world. This special edition is beautifully illustrated with photographs, paintings, and other artwork.
LIFE Mary • BLESSED ART THOU AMONG WOMEN
LIFE Mary
HIS—AND EVERYONE’S—MOTHER • “What a joy to remember that she is our Mother! Since she loves us and knows our weakness, what have we to fear?”
A MEDITATION ON MARY
FROM THE HOLY LAND TO THE WORLD A PHOTOGRAPHIC PILGRIMAGE • “Love never comes just a little bit at a time, I thought, as I watched him, absorbed in contemplation of the Virgin. The previous day, the world made sense, even without love’s presence. But now we needed each other in order to see the true brilliance of things.”
MOTHER OF GRACE
