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Against the Grain: Heroic Catholics Through the Centuries

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Praised as "masterful" and "excellent" by Bishop Athanasius Schneider, "Against The Grain" isn't just another collection of saints' lives-it's a radical call to heroic virtue in an age of moral compromise. Through twenty-one carefully chosen stories spanning twenty-one centuries, Doug Grane presents a revolutionary roadmap for those ready to challenge our culture's spiritual drift.

Each saint's story is masterfully woven into its historical context, illuminating not just individual acts of courage but the entire tapestry of Christian civilization. Grane connects each century to a specific heroic virtue, creating a practical guide for modern-day saints-in-training. From the early Church to our current era, these stories demonstrate how swimming against society's current has always been the path to true holiness.

But this isn't your grandmother's book of saints. Grane's unconventional approach incorporates contemporary cultural touchstones-movies, music, and modern events-to bring these ancient stories vividly to life. His fresh perspective makes the pursuit of heroic virtue feel not just possible but urgent for today's readers.

Written for culture-warrior Catholics and truth-seekers of all faiths, this book asks the challenging question: "Why not me?" It's a battle cry for those tired of playing spiritual defense, offering instead a bold strategy for moral and cultural renewal. Whether you're a devoted Catholic or simply someone interested in lives of extraordinary virtue, "Against The Grain" provides both inspiration and practical guidance for swimming upstream in our turbulent times.

About the Author
Doug Grane approaches the lives of saints with the eye of a cultural critic and the heart of a storyteller. His unique ability to connect ancient virtue with modern challenges has earned praise from religious leaders including Bishop Athanasius Schneider, while his unconventional writing style makes timeless truths accessible to contemporary readers.

As a devoted student of both Catholic and world history, Grane brings fresh perspective to familiar stories, finding new relevance in ancient examples of heroic virtue. His work bridges the gap between traditional hagiography and modern spiritual seeking, speaking to both devoted Catholics and those curious about the Catholic tradition.

Through his writing, Grane has established himself as a voice for those seeking to live counter-culturally faithful lives in an increasingly secular world. His integration of popular culture references with traditional Catholic teaching creates unique entry points for readers at all stages of their spiritual journey.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781737252290
  • Publisher: Defiance Press & Publishing, LLC
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Heroic Catholics Through the Centuries
  • Width: 152 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1737252295
  • Publisher Date: 29 Dec 2021
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 548
  • Spine Width: 28 mm
  • Weight: 725 gr


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