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Thomas Merton, Trappist monk, was one of the greatest spiritual writers of the twentieth century. His published works include a hundred volumes in many genres. But, it was perhaps in the essay form that Merton found his natural element. This volume is the first to provide a broad cross-section of Merton’s work as an essayist, collecting characteristic examples of his astonishing output and the range of his interests–from Faulkner and Zen to nuclear war and the contemplative life.
“This remarkable collection gives us Merton at his very best . . .” —Christopher Pramuk, author, Sophia: The Hidden Christ of Thomas Merton
“Simply put, this volume is a treasure!” —Christine M. Bochen, editor, Thomas Merton: Essential Writings
Patrick F. O’Connell is professor in the department of English and theology at Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania. A founding member and former president of the International Thomas Merton Society, he edits The Merton Seasonal and is coauthor of The Thomas Merton Encyclopedia.
