English Mystics of the Fourteenth Century 1938

By T.W. Coleman

Book Overview

English Mystics of the Fourteenth Century is a book written by T. W. Coleman in 1938. The book explores the lives and writings of fourteenth-century English mystics, including Richard Rolle, Julian of Norwich, Walter Hilton, and the anonymous author of The Cloud of Unknowing. The author examines the religious and social context in which these mystics lived and the impact of their writings on the development of English mysticism. The book provides a detailed analysis of the mystical experiences and teachings of these fourteenth-century mystics and their contributions to the broader tradition of Christian mysticism. Through his analysis, Coleman offers a unique insight into the spiritual and intellectual world of medieval England, shedding light on the complex and often misunderstood nature of mysticism in the Middle Ages. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of medieval history, religious studies, and theology, as well as for anyone interested in the history of Christian spirituality.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: 1417980753
• ISBN13: 9781417980758
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"