Selected writings. Edited, translated, and introduced by Janet K. Ruffing. Very good - 2005

Catholic Church lesw Leseur, Elisabeth, 1866-1914. Selected writings. (Series: Classics of Western spirituality). Edited, translated, and introduced by Janet K. Ruffing. Mahwah, N.J.: Paulist Press, 2005, xv, 319 pages, notes, bib, index. Hardcover, pencil underling on a number of pages with some pencil checks in margins. Fine copy else. $17.50 Box 23 Summary:This volume, the first in the "Classics of Western Spirituality" series to venture into the 20th century, introduces the writings of Elisabeth Leseur (1800-1914), a French laywoman who left a record of a remarkable inner spiritual journey that was all but hidden from those who knew her. Contents : Elisabeth Leseur (1866-1914) Elisabeth Leseur's spirituality Primary influences on Elisabeth Leseur's spirituality Church and society The women's movement The communion of saints Personal vocation Suffering Friendship within the communion of saints The writings Note on the translation The texts Journal and daily thoughts The journal: part 1 (1899-1906) Notebook of resolutions (1906-1912) The journal : part 2 (1911-1914) Daily thoughts (1899-1906) My spiritual testament Writings on Christian vocation Letters to unbelievers Letters on suffering