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The Nuns Of Port Royal: As Seen In Their Own Narratives (1909)

The Nuns Of Port Royal: As Seen In Their Own Narratives (1909)

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ISBN10: 1165940094
ISBN13: 9781165940097
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 452
Weight: 1.32
Height: 0.91 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Nuns of Port Royal is a book written by Mary E. Lowndes and published in 1909. The book is a collection of narratives written by nuns who lived in the convent of Port Royal in the 17th century. The nuns were part of the Jansenist movement, which emphasized the need for personal holiness and strict adherence to Catholic doctrine. The book provides an intimate and detailed look into the lives of these nuns, their beliefs, and their struggles. The narratives are written in a simple and direct style, and they offer a unique perspective on the religious and social history of France during the 17th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism, women's history, and the Jansenist movement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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