The Seven Storey Mountain

The narrative explores the profound spiritual journey of a young man who, driven by restlessness, seeks peace and faith, ultimately joining the Trappist monks at twenty-six. Within the monastery's confines, he reflects on his experiences, crafting a powerful testament that captures his immersion in the world before his withdrawal. This special Fiftieth Anniversary Edition includes a memoir by Robert Giroux detailing the publication process of this influential work, alongside insights from Merton's biographer, William H. Shannon.