Behind That Wall: An Introduction To Some Classics Of The Interior Life

By Edgar Allison Peers

Book Overview

Behind That Wall: An Introduction To Some Classics Of The Interior Life is a book written by E. Allison Peers. The book provides an introduction to several classic works of spiritual literature, including The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila, The Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross, and The Cloud of Unknowing by an anonymous author. Peers, a renowned scholar of Spanish mysticism, presents an insightful and accessible overview of these works, highlighting their key themes and offering commentary on their relevance to contemporary readers. He explores the central concepts of the interior life, such as prayer, contemplation, and the pursuit of spiritual perfection. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds and levels of spiritual experience. It is an ideal resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the spiritual life and to explore the rich tradition of Christian mysticism. Overall, Behind That Wall is a valuable introduction to some of the most important works of the interior life, providing readers with a deeper appreciation of the spiritual journey and the wisdom of the mystics who have gone before us.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432558560
• ISBN13: 9781432558567
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"