- Paperback: 396 pages
- Publisher: Scepter Pubs; Revised edition (September 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 188933474X
- ISBN-13: 978-1889334745
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 590 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,285,618 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Tuesday, October 2, 1928, feast of the Guardian Angels, was the second day of a week-long retreat for diocesan priests being given in the house of the Vincentians in the outskirts of Madrid. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
Tuesday, October 2, 1928, feast of the Guardian Angels, was the second day of a week-long retreat for diocesan priests being given in the house of the Vincentians in the outskirts of Madrid. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Finally! An Objective Account of Opus Dei and it Founder!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Uncommon Faith: The Early Years of Opus Dei, 1928-1943 (Paperback)
If you've read other biographies of Josemaria Escriva and Opus Dei, this one will strike you as refreshingly objective. It offers the reader many of the historical and cultural details of Spain that have been omitted in other books of the same subject. In particular, it offers a clear and objective explanation of the Spanish Civil War, which was the occasion for many of Escriva's and his followers' acts of heroism. In general, this broader historical perspective gives the reader a more realistic view of Opus Dei and its founder. This approach, in effect, allows the figure of Escriva to emerge even more convincingly as a truly saintly man.
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Regardless of your religion this book is an inspiration,
By A Customer
This review is from: Uncommon Faith: The Early Years of Opus Dei, 1928-1943 (Paperback)
An engaging and very easy book to read. Quite hard to put down. The many vignettes and anecdotes gives one a true appreciation for the life and calling of this man and great Saint. His heroic life and spirituality shine through these pages. This Saint's supernatural outlook and love seems to have permeated his every moment of life. His dedication to the poor and the love for mankind is an inspiration to all. I would highly encourage every person, irrespective of their religious background, who is interested in deepening their spirtuality, to read this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (4 customer reviews) 15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Finally! An Objective Account of Opus Dei and it Founder!,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Uncommon Faith: The Early Years of Opus Dei, 1928-1943 (Paperback)
If you've read other biographies of Josemaria Escriva and Opus Dei, this one will strike you as refreshingly objective. It offers the reader many of the historical and cultural details of Spain that have been omitted in other books of the same subject. In particular, it offers a clear and objective explanation of the Spanish Civil War, which was the occasion for many of Escriva's and his followers' acts of heroism. In general, this broader historical perspective gives the reader a more realistic view of Opus Dei and its founder. This approach, in effect, allows the figure of Escriva to emerge even more convincingly as a truly saintly man.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Regardless of your religion this book is an inspiration,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Uncommon Faith: The Early Years of Opus Dei, 1928-1943 (Paperback)
An engaging and very easy book to read. Quite hard to put down. The many vignettes and anecdotes gives one a true appreciation for the life and calling of this man and great Saint. His heroic life and spirituality shine through these pages. This Saint's supernatural outlook and love seems to have permeated his every moment of life. His dedication to the poor and the love for mankind is an inspiration to all. I would highly encourage every person, irrespective of their religious background, who is interested in deepening their spirtuality, to read this book. 6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
exceptional account with energetic pace,
By S. Broderick - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Uncommon Faith: The Early Years of Opus Dei, 1928-1943 (Paperback)
I found this book to be exceptional in understanding not only Opus Dei in Spain early on, but also Spainish society before, during, and after their civil war.The author does present many of the controversial topics that were present at the time. The author also presents it to allow a reader to see both sides of the story. As a first step to any investigation or study of this group or as suplement to an exsisting study, I would highly recommend. The pace of the book was exceptional. The author maintains a steady flow and rarely slows down with inconsequential details yet retains the important facts to give a complete picture. I urge anyone to read it, but do not stop there. Find additonal books that strive for objective views. Perhaps the best way to research is to talk to the people involved. Personal interviews seems to be the best way to understand what Opus Dei is, where it is from, and where it is going. |
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