Thomas Merton: A Life in Letters

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This collection offers a unique window into the heart and mind of Thomas Merton through his own correspondence, ranging from personal reflections and monastic observations to letters on peace, justice and spirituality. Over hundreds of pages you’ll encounter Merton’s thoughts on solitude, prayer, writing and the world around him, all in his own voice.

The selections reflect his life as a Trappist monk, writer and contemplative who engaged deeply with modern culture, inter-faith dialogue and social issues. Structured around key themes such as vocation, creativity, spirituality and witness, the book invites readers into both the contemplative life and the active world Merton inhabited.

Ideal for anyone drawn to his work, spirituality seekers or those wanting to understand how faith and intellect can combine in a life of reflection and engagement, this book serves as both a biography and a living conversation with one of the twentieth century’s most influential Christian thinkers.