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.