St. Antony of the Desert

by Athanasius of Alexandria

Book Overview

Born in Egypt, and author of some of the earliest examples of monastic literature, St Anthony has been influential across the world, from the East to the West. To this day his life stands as a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0895555255
• ISBN13: 9780895555250
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Tan Books
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.3" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

A Short Life of the Father of Monasticism

St. Anthony of the Desert was a hermit in the 3rd century who became the Father of Monasticism. This book is written by St. Athanasius, another great saint, who is also a Doctor of the Church. It describes St. Anthony's life, his miracles and revelations. There are many interesting stories and incidents from his life included. The book is divided into four sections: how he trained himself, his teachings, his work for others, and his last years. A short, but very worthwhile, biography of a great saint.