A classic portrait of St Philip Neri, which portrays the saint with a particular affection and understanding and sets him against the background of Renaissance Italy. The Apostle of Rome, as St Philip was called, has much wisdom to teach us and the author brings out his continuing relevance for a contemporary audience. This edition contains a new introduction and a chronology of the majot events in St Philip's life. Fr Michael Day who translated the work into English was a member of the Birmingham Oratory, established by Cardinal Newman. Louis Bouyer is well known for his many theological writings.