The Gift of Pain

by Frederick W. Marks III

Marks puts pain in its place. Few readers will come away from this series of meditations without feeling lighter and more optimistic in the face of life s challenges.

94 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

About the author

Frederick W. Marks III was an American historian and Catholic apologist. As a scholar, he has written and taught extensively on American diplomatic history. As a proponent of Roman Catholicism, he has written dozens of articles and tracts and spoken extensively in public. Marks graduated with a B.A. from the College of the Holy Cross, and a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. He taught at the University of Michigan, Purdue University, and St. John’s University.

Reviews

[Erin · Rating 1 out of 5]

Someone brought me a copy of this book knowing I would love to hate it. I knew it was right up my alley when it started (literally the very first line) with a favorable reference to Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ 😂😂😂😂😂

[Jeremy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have to agree, the same old thing, I did get through it but I don't think I will try for another book like this, won this from goodreads, I thought I did a review on this book long ago, now I discover I didn't do it on 4 books. Anyway I finally am reviewing now. I really didn't care for this particular book, sorry. I don't remember when I finished so I'll have to get as close as I can on when I finished.

[Lora Goulet · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this uplifting book of meditations. The true life biographical examples were inspiring. I highly recommend this for all who grapple with the value and meaning of enduring pain.