| The Ascent to Truth Contributor(s): Merton, Thomas (Author) |
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ISBN: 0156027720 ISBN-13: 9780156027724 Publisher: HarperOne OUR PRICE: $18.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2002 Annotation: Merton defines Christian mysticism, especially as expressed by the Spanish Carmelite St. John of the Cross, and he offers the contemplative experience as an answer to the irreligion and barbarism of our times. "For those...curious about mysticism...this is an excellent book" (Catholic World). |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Meditations - Religion | Christian Living - Inspirational - Religion | Mysticism |
| Dewey: 248.34 |
| Series: Harvest Book |
| Physical Information: 0.86" H x 5.32" W x 7.8" (0.77 lbs) 360 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Catholic - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Merton defines Christian mysticism, especially as expressed by the Spanish Carmelite St. John of the Cross, and he offers the contemplative experience as an answer to the irreligion and barbarism of our times. "For those...curious about mysticism...this is an excellent book" (Catholic World). |
Contributor Bio(s): Merton, Thomas: - Thomas Merton (1915-1968) was born in France and came to live in the United States at the age of 24. He received several awards recognizing his contribution to religious study and contemplation, including the Pax Medal in 1963, and remained a devoted spiritualist and a tireless advocate for social justice until his death in 1968. The Sign of Jonas was originally published in 1953. |