Publisher's Synopsis
Spirit of Flame: A Study of St. John of the Cross by E. Allison Peers is a comprehensive exploration of the life and works of the Spanish mystic and poet, St. John of the Cross. The book delves into St. John's spiritual journey, examining his writings and teachings on the nature of God, the soul, and the human experience. Peers explores St. John's deep understanding of the mystical experience, as well as his teachings on the importance of detachment and surrender in the pursuit of spiritual growth. The book also provides a detailed biography of St. John, including his early life, his time as a Carmelite monk, and his imprisonment and persecution by the Inquisition. Spirit of Flame is a thoughtful and insightful study of one of the most important figures in Christian mysticism, and is an essential read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the spiritual life.1944. Contents: early life; from Duruelo to Avila; prison; Beas and Monte Calvario; Baeza and Granada; last days; character; uniqueness of St. John of the Cross; poet's poet; mystic's mystic; stumbling blocks and attractiveness of his teaching.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.
