St Basil the Great: A Study in Monasticism

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title St Basil the Great: A Study in Monasticism
Authors and Contributors      By (author) W. K. Lowther Clarke
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:190
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreChurch history
ISBN/Barcode 9781107615694
ClassificationsDewey:271.819
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 20 June 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Originally published in 1913, this book presents a detailed study of St Basil the Great and his monasticism. The main focus of the text is on Basil's ascetic writings, but information is provided on the surrounding historical context and the framework of early monasticism. Preceding the publication of this volume, there had been no detailed account of the ascetic writings and their significance for the development of early Christianity. The appendix section includes a table of dates and bibliography. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in St Basil, monasticism and asceticism.