Originally published in 1951, this volume gives a general survey of the Golden Age of Spanish mysticism, following this with translations of extracts from 15 leading authors in this field. The selections from each author are preceded by details of editions and studies, thereby making this not only an authoritative study on the treasures of Spanish mysticism but also a valuable anthology and starting point for further reading.
1. St. Nino and the Conversion of Georgia 2. The Nine Martyred Children of Kola 3. A Martyred Princess: The Passion of St. Shushanik 4. A Militant Ascetic: Peter the Iberian, Bishop of Mayuma by Gaza 5. A Forerunner of St. Francis: David of Garesja 6. The Passion of St. Eustace the Cobbler 7. The Martyrdom of Abo, the Perfumer from Baghdad 8. Gregory of Khandzta and the Georgian National Revival 9. The Georgian Athonites 10. The Passion of Queen Ketevan.
Biography
E. Allison Peers
‘…this volume, whose small bulk belies the wealth of its content consists of extracts of writings from some of the Spanish mystics together with an invaluable introduction.’ Scottish Journal of Theology.
