Fénelon: The Mystic by James Mudge
"Fénelon: The Mystic" by James Mudge is a biographical account written in the early 20th century that delves into the life and spiritual journey of François de Salignac de la Mothe Fénelon, a prominent figure in Catholic mysticism and education. The text presents Fénelon as a complex character, balancing his high intellectual pursuits with a deep commitment to holiness and virtue in a tumultuous historical context. At the start of this exploration,Mudge offers insight into Fénelon's early life, emphasizing his noble roots and the formative influences of his family and education. The opening chapters highlight Fénelon's character traits, illustrating his deep piety, intellect, and the internal struggle he faced within the corrupt atmosphere of the French court under Louis XIV. Mudge further sets the stage by introducing significant relationships in Fénelon's life, notably with influential figures such as Bossuet and Madame de Maintenon, showcasing the intricate dynamics that defined his spiritual path and endeavors to promote Christian values amid widespread political and religious challenges. This rich historical and character context promises to engage readers interested in mysticism, spirituality, and the life of one of the Church's notable saints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mudge, James, 1844-1918 |
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| LoC No. | 07014595 |
| Title | Fénelon: The Mystic |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56906 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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