The Book of her Life
Saint Teresa of Ávila
Description
A vivid and deeply human account of the inner journey of Teresa of Ávila—mystic, reformer, and one of the most inspiring spiritual figures of the Christian tradition.
The Book of Her Life is the spiritual autobiography of Teresa of Ávila, written under obedience in the mid-16th century. In these pages, she recounts her passage from religious mediocrity to a life of profound prayer and interior transformation, guided by grace and marked by mystical experience.
Particulars of this Edition
This New Edition in Modern English offers a fresh, accessible version of the original text, free from theological commentary or scholarly notes. The language has been carefully updated to resonate with contemporary readers, while preserving the clarity, vitality, and deeply personal tone of Teresa’s voice.
Whether you're returning to Teresa or discovering her for the first time, this book opens a direct path into the living core of her teaching—a path of surrender, authenticity, and loving union with God. Her words continue to speak with surprising immediacy, offering strength and clarity to seekers in every age.
Data of the work
Edition: Gongarola
Collection: Spanish Mystics of the Golden Age in Modern English
Paperback and Kindle: 345 pages
Language: English
Publication date: July, 2025