Publisher's Synopsis
Kathleen Norris: The Author and Her Books is a large print edition book that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of Kathleen Norris. Kathleen Norris is a renowned American poet, essayist, and memoirist who has written extensively on topics such as religion, spirituality, and the human experience.The book covers Kathleen Norris's early life, including her upbringing in Hawaii and her education at Bennington College. It also explores her early career as a writer, including her first book, The Middle of the Journey, which was published in 1951.The book then delves into Kathleen Norris's later works, including her best-selling memoirs, Dakota: A Spiritual Geography and The Cloister Walk. These works explore her experiences living in the rural Midwest and her spiritual journey as a Benedictine oblate.In addition to exploring Kathleen Norris's life and works, the book also includes critical analysis and commentary on her writing. This analysis provides insight into the themes and motifs that run throughout her work, as well as the literary techniques she employs to convey her ideas.Overall, Kathleen Norris: The Author and Her Books is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential American writer. The large print edition makes it accessible to readers with visual impairments or other reading difficulties, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this fascinating and informative book.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.