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Autobiography of St. Teresa of Avila

Name: Autobiography of St. Teresa of Avila
Author: St. Teresa of Avila
ISBN: 9780486475981

by St. Teresa of Avila

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Overview

In this landmark of Christian mysticism, the much-admired Carmelite nun offers moving accounts of her profound religious experiences and ultimate union with God. St. Teresa recounts her childhood and education in 16th-century Spain, her physical afflictions and spiritual crises, her many visions and mystical encounters, and her determination to embrace the contemplative life.

Synopsis

In this classic of Christian mysticism, a Carmelite nun describes her struggles and ultimate union with God. St. Teresa recounts her childhood, spiritual crises, and embrace of the contemplative life.