The Seven Storey Mountain by Thomas Merton
An Autobiography of Faith
This book is an autobiography of a man who, after a youth filled with worldly experiences and ambitions, converts to Catholicism and chooses to live his life in a Trappist monastery. His journey from a secular life to a deeply spiritual one is filled with introspection and profound insights about the nature of faith and the quest for a meaningful life. His story is a powerful testament to the pull of spiritual enlightenment and the peace that comes from dedicating one's life to a higher purpose.
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- Published
- 1948
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 460-500
- Original Language
- English
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