Reader - Softcover

Merton, Thomas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0385032927 ISBN 13: 9780385032926

Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell, 1994

Synopsis

A Thomas Merton Reader provides a complete view of Merton, in all his aspects: contemplative, spiritual writer, poet, peacemaker, and social critic. In this closely knit volume are significant selections not only from his major works but from some lesser-known, yet equally valuable, writings as well. Presented here is a living Thomas Merton, expounding through prose and poetry on an abundance of important themes -- war, love, peace, Eastern thought and spirituality, monastic life, art, contemplation, and solitude.

M. Scott Peck puts the writings included here into the context of Merton's life.

About this title

About the Author:

Thomas Merton (1915-68), Trappist monk, author, and peace activist, came to international prominence at a young age with his classic autobiography, The Seven Storey Mountain. Over the rest of his life he wrote prolifically on a vast range of topics, including prayer, interior growth, social responsibility, violence, and war. Toward the end of his life he played a significant role in introducing Eastern religion to the West. He is today regarded as a spiritual master, a brilliant religious writer, and a man who embodied the quest for God and human solidarity in the modern world.

M. Scott Peck, M.D., is a nationally renowned author and lecturer on the relationship between religion and the science of psychology. One of his most recent books is Further Along the Road Less Traveled.

Synopsis:

This volume presents Thomas Merton in all his aspects. In this one volume are selections, from Merton's major works and lesser known writings. It is edited by Thomas P McDonnell. It also includes an introduction by M Scott Peck.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0385032927
• ISBN 13: 9780385032926
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 528
• Editor: McDonnell Thomas J.