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Preparing for death is perhaps one of the most important parts of life. As such there have been many books written on the subject, particularly during the Middle Ages. Cardinal Roberto Bellarmino, known for his skills with law and argument, in old age found himself preparing for death writing simple books that returned to the simple spirituality he had been taught in childhood. After he died he was honoured as a saint and Doctor of the Church.

This translation is from 1847 by Father John Dalton, a Catholic priest. This includes only Volume I, which gives precepts on how to live well. Volume II, gives precepts on how to conduct yourself when close to death.