Spirit of Flame: A Study of St. John of the Cross (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258917333)

Spirit of Flame: A Study of St. John of the Cross is a book written by E. Allison Peers. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and work of St. John of the Cross, a Spanish mystic and poet who lived in the 16th century. The author explores the spiritual teachings of St. John of the Cross, including his ideas on asceticism, contemplation, and the soul's journey towards union with God. Peers also provides an in-depth analysis of St. John of the Cross's poetry, including his famous work, The Dark Night of the Soul. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian mysticism, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of St. John of the Cross's teachings. Peers's writing is clear and accessible, making this book an excellent introduction to the life and work of this important figure in Christian history.This is a new release of the original 1944 edition.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: E. Allison Peers
ISBN-10: 1258917335
ISBN-13: 9781258917333
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2013
Pages: 228
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d