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Entering the Silence - (Journals of Thomas Merton, 2) by  Thomas Merton (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Entering the Silence - (Journals of Thomas Merton, 2) by Thomas Merton (Paperback)

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  • The second volume of Thomas Merton's gusty, passionate journals (Thomas Moore) chronicles Merton's advancements to priesthood and emergence as a bestselling author with the surprise success of his autobiography, The Seven Storey Mountain.
  • Author(s): Thomas Merton
  • 526 Pages
  • Biography + Autobiography, Religious
  • Series Name: Journals of Thomas Merton, 2

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In the second volume of Thomas Merton's journals, he advances through the first monastic years to the priesthood, struggling to balance a vocation to solitude with a budding literary career. These journal entries of eleven years chronicle Merton's early relationships with his agent and editors who shaped the monk's writing career. Index.



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The second volume of Thomas Merton's gusty, passionate journals (Thomas Moore) chronicles Merton's advancements to priesthood and emergence as a bestselling author with the surprise success of his autobiography, The Seven Storey Mountain. Spanning an eleven-year period, Entering the Silence reflects Merton's struggle to balance his vocation to solitude with the budding literary career that would soon established him as one of the most important spiritual writers of our century.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.02 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inches (W) x 1.34 Inches (D)
Weight: .99 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 526
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Religious
Series Title: Journals of Thomas Merton, 2
Publisher: HarperOne
Format: Paperback
Author: Thomas Merton
Language: English
Street Date: September 24, 2014
TCIN: 81150395
UPC: 9780060654771
Item Number (DPCI): 247-07-2986
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: How long is the chronological span of the journal entries?

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  • A: The entries cover an eleven-year period from Merton's early monastic years to priesthood.

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Q: What is the significance of 'The Seven Storey Mountain'?

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  • A: It marks Merton's surprise success and is considered a pivotal work in his literary career.

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Q: Who published this volume of Merton's journals?

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  • A: This volume is published by HarperOne, known for religious and spiritual literature.

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Q: What audience is this book intended for?

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  • A: The book is suitable for readers aged 22 years and up, particularly those interested in spirituality.

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Q: What is the main theme of Merton's journals?

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  • A: The journals explore Merton's struggle to balance his monastic vocation with his literary ambitions.

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