The Early Life Of Louis Claude de St. Martin

By Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

The Early Life of Louis Claude de St. Martin is a biographical book written by Arthur Edward Waite. The book is about the early years of Louis Claude de St. Martin, a French philosopher, mystic, and spiritual writer who lived from 1743 to 1803. St. Martin was a disciple of Jacob Boehme, a German mystic, and his teachings were influential in the development of the Martinist Order. This book provides a detailed account of St. Martin's life, from his childhood in France to his studies in medicine and his eventual spiritual awakening. Waite draws on a variety of sources, including St. Martin's own writings, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his beliefs. The book also explores the cultural and intellectual context of St. Martin's time, including the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the rise of Romanticism. Overall, The Early Life of Louis Claude de St. Martin is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of mysticism and spirituality in France.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: St. Martin: The French Mystic, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802939.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: 1417919558
• ISBN13: 9781417919550
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"