Historic Nuns is a book written by Bessie Rayner Belloc and published in 1898. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of famous nuns throughout history, including Saint Clare of Assisi, Saint Teresa of Avila, Saint Catherine of Siena, and many others. Belloc provides an in-depth look at the lives of these women, their accomplishments, and their impact on the world. She also explores the role of nuns in society and their contributions to education, healthcare, and social justice. The book is a fascinating exploration of the lives of some of the most influential women in history and their enduring legacy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, women's history, or the role of nuns in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.