Books Published by TAN Books

Mysteries, Marvels and Miracles: True Stories of Miraculous Phenomena in the Lives of the Saints is an awe-inspiring book that will engage and fascinate all readers. This collection of extraordinary real-life events, told with reverence and detail, gives us a glimpse into a world beyond the visible one. It includes hundreds of amazing accounts of true saints who have experienced bilocation, levitation, miraculous healings, multiplications of food and more. This engaging read will leave you wi...

Uncover the captivating mysteries of the Blessed Virgin Mary with The Mystical City of God by Venerable Mary of Agreda. This highly acclaimed abridged edition of her monumental, four-volume work is overflowing with fascinating information about our Lord and Lady, including their lives prior to the New Testament, Lucifer's rebellion in the form of Satan, and so much more. Learn about the real meanings behind passages from the Bible and explore Christ's hidden life like never before. This book ...

The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila presents a remarkable description of the entire spiritual life from the first release from mortal sin into Sanctifying Grace through the Mystical Marriage of the soul with Christ as a journey through what she called The Interior Castle. She sees the soul as a magnificent castle full of spacious and well-lit rooms or mansions each of which leads deeper into the heart of the castle to the seat of the King. However, St. Teresa laments that most people g...

The Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent is an essential book for any Catholic who wishes to deepen their understanding and knowledge of the Church. Spanning over 25 years, this monumental document was one of the most influential councils in Catholic Church history, setting out definitive teachings and doctrines on many major issues.This newly released edition features Fr. John Hammond Schroeder's authoritative translation of all the pronouncements within the Council. It provides a thor...

The war is on. The Devil plots to defeat you. Meet some battle-tested warriors who fight at your side. Satan is real. He's a formidable foe who wants to snatch us away from God, and the thought of doing battle with him can seem daunting. Even so, the saints who have gone before us have engaged the Devil, armed with the power of Christ ... and emerged victorious! These fellow warriors in heaven now fight on our behalf. In Saints Who Battled Satan, Paul Thigpen, author of Manual for Spiritual W...

One of the great doctors of the Church, St. Alphonsus Liguori assembled the finest information on Our Lady from the many writings of the saints, holy authors, and Sacred Scripture.The Glories of Mary is five complete books in one volume. The first book examines the words of the Salve Regina and shows how God has given Mary to mankind to be the Gate of Heaven. The second book explains Our Lady's principal feasts and reveals fresh truths about these mysteries. The third book explains the Seven ...

The Secret of Peace and HappinessTrustful Surrender to Divine Providence by Fr. Jean Baptiste Saint-Jure gives readers the essential wisdom and comfort needed when facing life's difficulties. This book offers clear answers to complex and often uncertain philosophical questions such as, why does God allow evil? Why is there suffering in the world? And how do we practice trustful surrender? Trustful Surrender brings us the enlightened two-fold answer if we trust in the divine will, regardless o...

The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius is just the approach to deepening your faith and finding a greater connection with God. Written by Saint Ignatius of Loyola and kept alive for generations, The Spiritual Exercises outlines how to make a spiritual new beginning, from self-examination to repenting your sins to achieving true spiritual freedom. In this edition, readers will find step-by-step instructions for making the most out of their independent journey through The Spiritual Exercise...

The Agony of Jesus by St. Padre Pio is a true spiritual treasure. This captivating booklet brings readers closer to the heart of Jesus' last night on earth. St. Padre Pio's words provide a deeply insightful meditation not readily found elsewhere. His style is beautiful and descriptive, engaging readers in unique ways and delivering an intimate glimpse of what must have been taking place during this crucial moment in history. Included as well are many pictures of St. Padre Pio throughout his m...

St. Maximilian Kolbe is an undeniable hero who, in true Knight of the Immaculata form, gave up his life for another. The legacy he left behind and the courage he showed should be celebrated and studied by all. That's why this new book - 'St. Maximilian Kolbe: Knight of the Immaculata' - is the perfect tool to learn more about the impressive accomplishments of this inspiring Saint.This stunning work not only paints a vivid portrait of St. Maximilian's life before WWII, but it captures his jour...

The Foundations of Science introduces children to the wonders of the natural world in light of God's providential care over creation. Too often we hear messages that science is in conflict with faith, but Pope St. John Paul II wrote that faith and science "each can draw the other into a wider world, a world in which both can flourish." Foundations seeks to spawn this flourishing in the hearts and minds of young readers, guiding them into a world that will delight their imaginations and inspi...

Refutes every aspect of the deadly error that one religion is as good as another and that a person has a moral right to choose whichever religion suits him best. Cuts through the foggy religious thinking rampant today! Impr. 204 pgs, PB

The Holy Grail: it conjures images of a rich and fantastic world full of magnificent adventures and perilous quests by gallant knights. It whispers of strange mysteries and fabled conspiracies staged by Templars, Cathars, Nazis, and innumerable secret societies. Was it the Cup used by Christ at the Last Supper, or something else? Is there any truth to the wonders and marvels bards and poets associated with it? After years of being co-opted by pop culture and New Agers, what significance can t...

Devotion to the Precious Blood is a small but powerful booklet dedicated to deepening readers’ appreciation for the great gift of Jesus’ Precious Blood. Through inspiring passages, stories, and revelations relayed by saints, this booklet will help readers understand why the Precious Blood of Christ is truly a treasure of infinite value.Those who come to recognize and cherish this priceless grace can also learn how best to offer that same Precious Blood to God for the atonement of sins and for...

The Teaching of St. Teresa of Avila about Personal Prayer Conversation with Christ is the perfect guide for deepening your spiritual life. Drawing from her extensive writings, this uplifting book outlines St. Teresa's teachings on mental prayer, offering a comprehensive look at how proper practice can open doors in your spiritual journey.In Conversation with Christ, you'll find thoughtful insights into the importance of having an intimate relationship with Christ and easy-to-follow instructio...

After a week of hearing ghostly noises, a man is visited in his home by the spirit of his mother, dead for three decades. She reproaches him for his dissolute life and begs him to have Masses said in her name. Then she lays her hand on his sleeve, leaving an indelible burn mark, and departs...A Lutheran minister, no believer in Purgatory, is the puzzled recipient of repeated visitations from "demons" who come to him seeking prayer, consolation, and refuge in his little German church. But pity...

The 35 Doctors of the Church presents the most comprehensive and fascinating collection available anywhere on the lives and labors of the saints who have been declared the Church s Doctors. From St. Athanasius (c. 297 373) to St. Therese of Lisieux (1873 1897), you'll find the amazing stories of 35 extraordinary men and women who are honored both for their holiness and for the eminence of their teachings about the Faith.Their work and witness are truly timeless; their lives and wisdom show us...

Visits to the Blessed Sacrament is a perfect spiritual resource for growing in the knowledge and love of God. Written by St. Alphonsus, this book offers daily “Visits to Our Lord” which are a set of brief meditations and fervent prayers of love towards Jesus in His Most Blessed Sacrament, along with “Visits to Our Lady”. With 31 days of knowledge and prayer, this book offers an incredible blessing that non-believer’s dreams of - growth within their relationship with God. The impactful stories...

Between 1594 and 1598, a preacher named Francois converted 72,000 Protestants to the Catholic Faith. These are his words. One of the most remarkable and well-documented events in Catholic history began when a young priest, St. Francis de Sales, volunteered to re-evangelize the Calvinists of the Chablais. Finding his preaching forcefully rejected, St. Francis de Sales shrewdly switched tactics and began a written apologetics campaign, posting pamphlets on walls and slipping them beneath doors ...

St. Alphonsus Liguori is one of the most awe-inspiring figures in the Catholic Church. His 111 books, more than any other author in history, have deeply enriched Catholic thought for centuries and still serve as a source of wisdom and inspiration for modern believers. St. Alphonsus was not just a prolific writer – he was also a bishop, confessor, founder of the Redemptorists, and Doctor of the Church.His life was marked by incredible achievements and even miracles that could only be attribute...

For centuries, the Catholic Church served the cultural role of the principal patron of the arts. It is a historical fact that many of the world's most admired and treasured artistic masterworks are Christian in theme, origin, and location. There has never been a time in history when artists have not found inspiration and flourishing in the Catholic tradition. From the rustic art of the ancient Christian catacombs to majestic Byzantine basilicas, from the soaring Gothic cathedrals of the Middl...

Rich artwork and charming rhyme bring the true story of beloved Saint Faustina and the message of Divine Mercy alive for children of all ages.Saint Faustina began her life as little Helen Kowalska. She grew up in a one-room farmhouse and dreamed of becoming a nun, facing rejection and hardship as she sought to love Jesus with her whole heart. She recorded a diary of her spiritual adventures and went on to boldly share Jesus's message of Divine Mercy with the whole world. Walk alongside this h...

Few Catholics today know about the amazing power of the Holy Name of Jesus. Urges us to invoke the name of Jesus often. By reverent use of the Holy Name, we can glorify God, call on His aid, pay our spiritual debts, assist the Poor Souls, etc. Remarkable!

This booklet includes Prayers to St. Michael. From the Old Testament times until today, St. Michael the Archangel has always powerfully defended and assisted God's people on earth. Based on Scripture, Church history and saintly traditions, this book explains St. Michael's name, his rank among the Angels, his victory over Satan, his role among the Israelites, his role as Guardian Angel of the Catholic Church, as defender of souls, Heavenly Physician, helper in battle, advocate of the dying, co...

The modern crisis stems from a great divorce--a divorce between those who have the Truth and those who do not. In Philosophies at War, Sheen addresses the American people on the themes of government and politics not only as a bishop but also as a conscious citizen. He writes of war and revolution, the need of an absolute (God) and the roots of democracy, patriotism, and peace. He shows that the culture war is not merely political and economic but also theological. Sheen warns that dangerous p...

At a time when reform was desperately needed, St. Teresa of Avila stepped up and worked surrounded by challenges to go beyond the conventions of her era. From her birth in 1515 Spain to her canonization 40 years after her death in 1582, St. Teresa of Avila had an almost unprecedented impact on the Church and its followers. This short biography reveals the life of one of history’s most important figures, and is essential reading for those who want to learn more about this remarkable saint. The...