The Trappist Monk: A Concise History Of The Order Of Reformed Cistercians With A Sketch Of The Abbey Of New Melleray

By H. J. McDermott

Book Overview

""The Trappist Monk"" is a book that provides a concise history of the Order of Reformed Cistercians, also known as the Trappists. It is written by H. J. McDermott and includes a sketch of the Abbey of New Melleray, which is a Trappist monastery located in Iowa. The book delves into the origins of the Trappist order, its history, and its practices. It also provides insight into the daily life of a Trappist monk, including their prayer and work routines. McDermott's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and traditions of the Trappist order. The inclusion of the sketch of the Abbey of New Melleray adds a visual element to the book, allowing readers to better imagine the setting in which the Trappist monks live and work. Overall, ""The Trappist Monk"" is a must-read for anyone interested in monasticism, spirituality, or the history of religious orders.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: 1432515810
• ISBN13: 9781432515812
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"