Pilgrim Paths in Latin Lands (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162590196)

Pilgrim Paths in Latin Lands is a travelogue written by Dom Bede Camm, an English Benedictine monk, who embarked on a pilgrimage to various holy sites in Latin America. The book provides a detailed account of his journey, which took him through Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. Camm's pilgrimage was inspired by his desire to deepen his faith and to connect with the rich spiritual heritage of Latin America. He visited a number of famous religious sites, including the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal in Guatemala, and the colonial-era churches of Cuzco in Peru. Throughout the book, Camm reflects on the history, culture, and spirituality of the places he visits. He also shares his encounters with local people, including fellow pilgrims, religious leaders, and ordinary citizens, and provides insights into their customs and traditions. In addition to its spiritual and cultural content, Pilgrim Paths in Latin Lands is also a vivid travelogue, featuring descriptions of the landscapes, architecture, and cuisine of the countries Camm visited. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds and interests. Overall, Pilgrim Paths in Latin Lands is a fascinating and inspiring account of a journey of faith and discovery.1923. The author gathered together his memories of a few of his pilgrimages in the hope that his description of them may prove attractive to the reader. Contents: Subiaco; Montecassino; Madonna di Canneto; St. Gerard of Gallinaro; an Italian village and an English saint; home of St. Thomas of Aquin; a Good Friday in Rome; father of a saint; client of St. Thomas of Canterbury; Ronciglione; Rocamadour; Saint Foy de Conques; St. Benedict's Abbey, Maredsous; a soldier's pilgrimage to Jerusalem; Bethlehem. Beautifully illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Dom Bede Camm
ISBN-10: 116259019X
ISBN-13: 9781162590196
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.99lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.83d