Publisher's Synopsis
""Through The Dark Night: A Story Of Matt Talbot"" is a biographical account of the life of Matt Talbot, a devout Catholic and recovering alcoholic who lived in Dublin, Ireland during the early 20th century. The book is written by Ernest, a Brother in the Christian Brothers religious order, who knew Talbot personally and witnessed his transformation from a troubled young man to a saintly figure revered by many in the Catholic community.The book begins by recounting Talbot's difficult childhood, marked by poverty, alcoholism, and neglect. Despite these challenges, Talbot was drawn to the Catholic faith from a young age and found solace in prayer and devotion. However, his struggles with alcoholism persisted into adulthood, leading him to hit rock bottom and seek help from a local priest.With the support of his faith community and the guidance of his spiritual mentors, Talbot was able to overcome his addiction and devote himself fully to a life of service and devotion. He became known for his asceticism, his dedication to prayer and fasting, and his tireless work on behalf of the poor and marginalized in his community.The book paints a vivid portrait of Talbot as a deeply spiritual and humble man, whose life serves as an inspiration to all who struggle with addiction or seek a deeper connection with God. Through Brother Ernest's intimate knowledge of Talbot's life and legacy, readers are invited to join in the journey of this remarkable man as he navigates the challenges of life and finds redemption through faith and service.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.
