The Seraph of Assisi: A Popular Life of St. Francis refers to a biographical work about St. Francis of Assisi, a 13th-century Italian friar known for embracing radical poverty, founding the Franciscan Order, and his deep connection to nature, famously receiving the stigmata from a seraphic vision, inspiring a life of gospel perfection and humility that challenged worldly pursuits. This title highlights his spiritual depth, associating him with the fiery, love-filled seraphim, and presents a widely accessible version of his transformative life story.