The Spanish Mystics

By Robert A. Vaughan

Book Overview

The Spanish Mystics by Robert A. Vaughan is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the mystical tradition in Spain during the Golden Age of Spanish literature, which spanned from the 16th to the 17th century. The book delves into the lives and works of prominent Spanish mystics such as St. John of the Cross, St. Teresa of Avila, and Fray Luis de Le������n, among others. Vaughan provides a detailed analysis of their writings, including their poetry and prose, and examines the ways in which their experiences of divine revelation and contemplation influenced their spiritual and intellectual development. The book also explores the historical and cultural context in which these mystics lived and worked, shedding light on the religious and political climate of Spain during this period. Overall, The Spanish Mystics offers a rich and insightful exploration of the mystical tradition in Spain, and is an essential resource for scholars and students of Spanish literature and religious studies.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Hours With the Mystics, by Robert A. Vaughan. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564590119.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: 1162872721
• ISBN13: 9781162872728
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"