Voices of silence : lives of the Trappists today

by Frank Bianco

Paperback, 1992

Publication

Imprint: New York : Anchor Books, 1992. Context: Originally published: New York : Paragon House, 1991. Responsibility: Frank Bianco. Physical: Text : 1 volume : xx, 220 pages [16] pages of plates : illustrations, map ; 21 cm. Features: Includes bibliography.

Call number

Travel / Bianc

Barcode

BK-07071

ISBN

0385424302 / 9780385424301

Original publication date

1991

CSS Library Notes

Sects/Linages: Trappists .

Description: A blend of case history, anecdote, history, and spiritual quest, this intimate and fascinating look at the world's oldest and most reclusive monastic order provides a rare understanding of day-to-day Trappist existence. -- from publisher

Table of Contents: Introduction
Known to God alone
The Lord's prayer
Darkly in a mirror
A tiny whispering wound

FY1998 /

Physical description

xx, 220 p.; 21 cm

Description

A blend of case history, anecdote, history, and spiritual quest, this intimate and fascinating look at the world's oldest and most reclusive monastic order provides a rare understanding of day-to-day Trappist existence.

Language

Original language

English

User reviews

LibraryThing member Harrod
Very nice read from a few years back. Author spends time with Trappist Monks and writes about how the experiences helped him through the loss of his son. Interesting perspectives on a subject matter near and dear to my heart. I wholeweartedly recommend this if this is your cup of tea.

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(7 ratings; 4.1)
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