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1	Name of the Rose more books like this by Umberto Eco Set in Italy in the Middle Ages, this is not only a narrative of a murder investigation in a monastery in 1327, but also a chronicle of the 14th century religious wars, a history of monastic orders, and a compendium of heretical movements. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.85! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Acedia & Me: A Marriage, Monks, and a Writer's Life more books like this by Kathleen Norris As in her bestselling "Amazing Grace," Norris demystifies a spiritual concept, exploring acedia--or soul-weariness--through the geography of her life as a writer; her marriage and the challenges of commitment in the midst of grave illness; and her keen interest in the monastic tradition. see all copies from $12.69! new only from $12.69! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	The cloister walk more books like this by Kathleen Norris Kathleen Norris, a married woman with a thoroughly Protestant background and often more doubt than faith, finds herself, somewhat to her own surprise, on two extended residencies at St John's Abbey in Minnesota. A record of her time among the Benedictines. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.18! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	In this house of Brede more books like this by Rumer Godden The story of nuns and postulants in the closed Benedictine Order in the Abbey of Brede. Through the events of the novel Philippa Talbot, an ex-civil servant, learns how to come to terms with the tragedy from her past and even gain serenity. "The River" is another book by the same author. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.28! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Wisdom of the Desert more books like this by Thomas Merton Merton's translation of a collection of "sayings" of the Desert Fathers is accompanied by an insightful introduction. see all copies from $2.44! new only from $6.60! \| first editions \| SVS
6	A time to keep silence more books like this by Patrick Leigh Fermor Those who know the author as a man of action and a travel writer of distinction will find here a different kind of journey but with the same fine art of description and reflection, for it is a graphic account of his travels to the Benedictine abbey of St Wandrille, the abbey of Solesmes, the Cistercian monastery of La Grande Trappe, and the rock ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.48! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Clowning in Rome: Reflections on Solitude, Celibacy, Prayer, and Contemplation more books like this by Henri J M Nouwen Now reissued is this classic work by one of the 20th century's most beloved spiritual writers. In this account of the time he spent in Rome, Nouwen offers reflections on solitude, celibacy, prayer, and contemplation. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.92! \| first editions \| SVS
8	In the Spirit of Happiness more books like this by Monks of New Skete Through an examination of their daily routines, the Monks of New Skete suggest that growth and happiness can come from the challenges of living in a spiritual community. They include brief bits about the history of monasticism. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.95! \| first editions
9	Meditations on the Monk Who Dwells in Daily Life more books like this by Thomas Moore Thomas Moore, bestselling author of "Care of the Soul" and "Soul Mates," draws on the twelve years he lived as a monk in this insightful book of a hundred one-page meditations. Interspersed with glimpses of the beauty and humor of the monk's life, each page suggests a way of finding spirituality and nurturing the soul that can be applied in any ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Empty Mirror: Experiences in a Japanese Zen Monastery more books like this by Janwillem Van de Wetering A small and admiral memoir that records the experiences of a young Dutch student who spent a year and a half as a novice monk in a Japanese Zen Buddhist monastery. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.09! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Five for Sorrow, Ten for Joy more books like this by Rumer Godden This haunting tale of shame and redemption is the story of Lise Fanshawe, prostitute and brothel manager, murderer and prisoner, and, finally, a Catholic nun in an order dedicated to serving people marginalized by society. An inspiring and convincing conversion story that shows God's mercy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.96! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Finding Sanctuary: Monastic Steps for Everyday Life more books like this by Christopher Jamison In Finding Sanctuary Abbot Christopher Jamison, host of the BBC television series "The Monastery," suggests the teachings of St. Benedict are a tool for everyday life -- for those who are religious and for those simply searching for spiritual guidance. see all copies from $7.28! new only from $7.28! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	God is My Broker: A Monk-Tycoon Reveals the 7 1/2 Laws of Spiritual and Financial Growth more books like this by Brother Ty, Brother Ty, Christopher Buckley In this wicked satire by irrepressible satirist Christopher Buckley, Brother Ty, the fictional monk who brought prosperity to his monastery with tips from God himself, tells the story of how the other monks' reverence for self-help gurus like Deepak Chopra and Stephen Covey undermined his achievement. Eventually, the monastery becomes so obsessed ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Lesbian Nuns: Breaking Silence more books like this by Rosemary Curb (Editor), Nancy Manahan (Editor) Unprecedented autobiographies of religious life. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $30.00! \| signed copies \| first editions
15 view cover	The Sayings of the Desert Fathers: The Alphabetical Collection more books like this by Benedicta Ward see all copies from $8.95! new only from $11.67! \| SVS
16 view cover	John Climacus: The Ladder of Divine Ascent more books like this by Colm Luibheid, Colm Lubheid, John Henebry John Climacus (c. 579-649) was abbot of the monastery of Catherine on Mount Sinai. His Ladder was the most widely used handbook of the ascetical life in the ancient Greek Church. see all copies from $10.00! new only from $17.88! \| SVS
17 view cover	The Spider's Web: 6 more books like this by Peter Tremayne In 7th century Ireland, Sister Fidelma investigates the murder of a rural chieftain. Uncertain as to whether the deaf-mute charged with the crime is actually guilty, Fidelma finds herself surrounded by a web of lies and corruption as she seeks answers. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
18 view cover	Illuminated Life: Monastic Wisdom for Seekers of Light more books like this by Joan Chittister An ancient alphabet of spiritual values that will help readers experience peace and love in the midst of distractions and deadlines, during life's daily routine and in its defining moments. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.08! \| SVS
19	Through the Narrow Gate more books like this by Karen Armstrong A first-person account of the seven years a woman spent as a postulant and young nun in a Roman Catholic convent. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	God Is My Broker: A Monk-Tycoon Reveals the 71/2 Laws of Spritual and Financial Growth more books like this by Brother Ty, Brother Ty, John Marion Tierney In this wicked satire by irrepressible satirist Christopher Buckley, Brother Ty, the fictional monk who brought prosperity to his monastery with tips from God himself, tells the story of how the other monks' reverence for self-help gurus like Deepak Chopra and Stephen Covey undermined his achievement. Eventually, the monastery becomes so obsessed ... see all copies from $3.49! new only from $14.10! \| first editions
21 view cover	Contemplation in a World of Action more books like this by Thomas Merton The spiritual and psychological insights of these essays were nurtured in a monastic milieu, but their issues are universally human. Thomas Merton lays a foundation for personal growth, and transformation through fidelity to "our own truth and inner being". Merton's main focus is our desire and need to attain "a fully human and personal identity". ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.70! \| first editions \| SVS
22	Monastic Journey more books like this by Thomas Merton, Patrick Hart (Editor) Collected essays on the topic of monasticism and contemplation, edited by a fellow monk. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.45! \| first editions
23 view cover	The Music of Silence: A Sacred Journey Through the Hours of the Day more books like this by David Steindl-Rast, Brother, O.S.B., Sharon Lebell Music of Silence shows how to incorporate the sacred meaning of monastic living into everyday life by following the natural rhythm of the hours of the day. The book tells how mindfulness and prayer can reconnect us with the sources of joy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.11! \| first editions
24 view cover	Virgins of Venice: Broken Vows and Cloistered Lives in the Renaissance Convent more books like this by Mary Laven Cambridge historian Laven has created a detailed and dramatic tapestry of resourceful, determined, often passionate women who managed to lead fulfilling lives despite their virtual imprisonment in Venice's 16th-century convents. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
25 view cover	The silent life more books like this by Thomas Merton Thomas Merton wrote The Silent Life a decade after he took orders. In his Prologue, Merton describes the book as "a meditation on the monastic life by one who, without any merit of his own, is privileged to know that life on the inside ... who seeks only to speak as the mouthpiece of a tradition centuries old." It is a remarkable work -- one that ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.46! \| first editions \| SVS

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