Born in 1873 in Alençon, Thérèse Martin had the unusual ambition of becoming a great saint. At fifteen, she entered one of the most austere convents, the Carmel of Lisieux after soliciting the pope in person at the Vatican. Once she became a nun, Sister Thérèse lived within a community of 26 women and traced her little path towards holiness. She will lay down her experience in an autobiographical book, "Story of a Soul", which will be sold 500 million copies worldwide after her death. Died at the age of 24 from tuberculosis, Thérèse of Lisieux was to experience immediate and unexpected glory.
—France tv