Quotable Catholic Mystics and Contemplatives

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This collection features works from fourteen notable Catholic mystics and contemplatives spanning centuries, showcasing their spiritual insights and teachings. Compiled from 22 texts and organized chronologically, it includes influential figures such as St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Teresa of Avila, and Julian of Norwich. The anthology highlights contributions from various religious orders, with a balanced representation of male and female authors. An introduction by Evelyn Underhill, a respected expert on mysticism, sets the stage for understanding these profound spiritual legacies.