The wonderful supernatural story of the Venerable Father Dominic Barberi is too little known. Most educated Catholics are aware of his very close association with John Henry Newman in the crisis of the latter's life; but outside this outstanding event for which he had been providentially prepared, he remains to very many practically unknown. Yet his life is well worth close and attentive study, both on account of the lessons of guidance and encouragement which it contains for all who in any degree are striving to grow nearer to God; and still more because it is another proof of the special love which our Divine Master has for England, manifested again and again by the zeal for our country with which He has inspired so many chosen souls.