Synopses & Reviews
Earlier editions of Therese's modern spiritual classic have often excluded passages, and refined her use of the French dialect often spoken by peasants. Edmondson translates everything and retains the charm that Therese intended to portray through changes in style. The result is a complete and unabridged work, longer than most other editions available today. Careful research and attention to accurate, flowing language are the hallmarks of this new translation of The Story of a Soul, written by the saint known to us as the ?Little Flower.?
Synopsis
St. Therese's autobiography was first published soon after her death in 1897 at the age of twenty-four. Combining charming descriptions of family and community life with a sense of humor and intense devotion to God, it was an instant bestseller. But earlier editions often excluded passages, and refined her use of the French dialect often spoken by peasants. This remarkable new translation includes every word of the original text, retaining the complete charm of the original. The result is a complete and unabridged work, longer than most other editions available today. Millions of hearts have been touched by St. Therese of Lisieux's desire, not to be mighty and great, but to be a humble, little flower that would gladden God's eyes as He glances down at His feet. Now, yours will be, too.
Robert Edmonson also took the time to translate the poem "Divine Prisoner" which is referred to in Story of a Soul as Therese's favorite poem, and as the inspiration behind her name "Little Flower." To read this poem, click on the "excerpt" button below.
Click here to link to USCCB.org - select interview #617 to listen to an audio recording of Robert Edmonson's being interviewed by Frank Morock on Catholic Bookmarks.
Synopsis
This popular translation of The Story of a Soul includes every word of the original text, retaining the charm of the landmark autobiography of St. Th r se of Lisieux. Robert Edmonson's accessible and engaging translation captures the vibrant spirit of the young woman who desired nothing more than to be a humble flower that would gladden God's eyes.
St. Th r se's autobiography was first published soon after her death in 1897 at the age of twenty-four. Combining delightful descriptions of family and community life with a sense of humor and intense devotion to God, it was an instant bestseller. But earlier editions often excluded passages, and refined her use of the French dialect often spoken by peasants. This edition of The Story of a Soul provides:
- A complete and unabridged work, longer than most other editions available today
- A beautifully designed interior, with a larger font size for easier reading
- A fresh, lively, non-technical translation that will appeal to a wide readershipThe most popular saint of the first half of the twentieth century, St. Th r se of Lisieux--"the Little Flower"--was declared a Doctor of the Church in 1997 by Pope Saint John Paul II. Her simple approach to spirituality, which in essence meant doing even the most mundane tasks with great love and joy, has inspired millions of people all over the world.