Publisher's Synopsis
The Lives of the Fathers of the Desert is a book written by Countess Ida Hahn-Hahn, which provides a detailed account of the lives of the early Christian hermits who lived in the deserts of Egypt and Syria during the 4th and 5th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on the life and teachings of a particular monk or hermit. Through her vivid descriptions and anecdotes, Hahn-Hahn brings to life the austere and ascetic existence of these holy men, who renounced all worldly pleasures and comforts in order to devote themselves to a life of prayer and contemplation. She explores the spiritual practices and beliefs of the desert fathers, including their emphasis on humility, self-discipline, and the pursuit of God's will.The book also delves into the broader historical and social context of the time, examining the impact of the desert fathers on the development of Christian monasticism and their influence on the wider Christian community. Hahn-Hahn draws on a range of primary sources, including the writings of the desert fathers themselves, to provide a rich and nuanced portrayal of this fascinating period in Christian history.Overall, The Lives of the Fathers of the Desert is a compelling and insightful book that offers readers a glimpse into the lives and teachings of some of the most influential figures in early Christian monasticism.1867. The novelist, Countess Hahn-Hahn, was converted to the Catholic Church at a late age. Following her conversion she lived a devout and solitary life in a convent at Mayence and wrote a series of books on the History of the Church. Contents: Christianity in Freedom; Christian Worship; Feasts and Fasts; The Bosphorus and the Nile; The Anchorites; The Desert; Paul of Thebes; St. Antony; St. Hilarion; Paul the Simple; Ammon, Abbot of Nitria; St. Pachomius, Abbot of Tabenna; Serapion the Sindonite; St. Arsenius; The Blessed Moses; Brother Valens, Brother Ero and Brother Ptolemy; St. Ephrem the Syrian; St. Macrina; The Blessed Marana and the Blessed Cyra; St. Thais; St. Pelagia; St. Simeon Stylites; St. Nilus; St. John Climacus; The Daughters of the Gracchi; St. Marcella; The Blessed Fabiola; The Blessed Paula; and The Two Melanias.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
