The Vision of Thomas Merton

O'Connell, Patrick F.

ISBN 10: 0877939918 / ISBN 13: 9780877939917

Published by Ave Maria Press, Notre Dame IN, 2003

About this Item

"This collection of essays. includes articles on Merton's view of faith, his monastic commitment, his relationship with his father Owen, his interest in quantum physics, the role of nature in his spirituality, his poetry and his dialogue with the East.".

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Vision of Thomas Merton
• Publisher: Ave Maria Press, Notre Dame IN
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0877939918
• ISBN 13: 9780877939917
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

Reflecting Thomas Merton's interests and talents, this collection includes articles on Merton's view of faith, his monastic commitment, his relationship with his father, his interest in quantum physics, the role of nature in his spirituality, his poetry, and his dialogue with the Eastern traditions. It offers insights into his life.

About the Author

Patrick F. O'Connell, associate professor of English and Theology at Gannon University, Erie, PA., served as fifth president of the International Thomas Merton Society and has been editor of The Merton Seasonal since 1998; he is co-author of the Thomas Merton Encyclopedia and has edited Cassian and the Fathers, the first volume of Merton's Novitiate Conferences.