Therese of Lisieux and Marie of the Trinity: The Transformative Relationship of Saint Therese of Lisieux and Her Novice Sister Marie of the Trinity [Paperback]

Pierre Descouvemont (Author)

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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French

Product Details

• Paperback: 172 pages
• Publisher: Alba House (October 8, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0818907320
• ISBN-13: 978-0818907326
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #915,723 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Splendid study of Therese and her novice and disciple, September 15, 1999

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This review is from: Therese of Lisieux and Marie of the Trinity: The Transformative Relationship of Saint Therese of Lisieux and Her Novice Sister Marie of the Trinity (Paperback)

The appearance of this book in English is a gift to all of Therese's English-speaking friends. Marie of the Trinity tells many stories about Therese not recorded elsewhere, and the study of her relationship with Therese is itself endlessly fascinating. Insights into daily life at Lisieux Carmel; interesting account of life at Carmel from 1897-1944. Read about the dream Therese had about 1896 which she confided to Marie of the Trinity; she dreamt of a celebration for her in a field, like a cemetery, yet festive, and told Marie that sooner or later they would find out what the dream meant. In March 1923, the solemn translation of Therese's relics from Lisieux cemetery to the Carmel took place, and Marie realized the dream had foreshadowed that event, in which 50,000 pilgrims followed the body of Sister Therese in its return to Carmel. It is easy to see why the testimony of Marie of the Trinity was important at the Process. Enjoy.

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The many-faceted aspects of love are superbly defined herein, October 10, 1998

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This review is from: Therese of Lisieux and Marie of the Trinity: The Transformative Relationship of Saint Therese of Lisieux and Her Novice Sister Marie of the Trinity (Paperback)

As a writer and as a an admirer of Therese, I am constantly on the lookout for current literary offerings regarding her and those who surrounded her during her short, but inspiring lifetime. Marie of the Trinity's adept realization and interpertation of Therese's "little way", along with her careful documentation of certain aspects of this relationship will leave those of us who "know" Therese, and those who come to know her, a wonderful legacy that will leave the readers of this book longing for more!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Transformative indeed!, January 14, 2001

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This review is from: Therese of Lisieux and Marie of the Trinity: The Transformative Relationship of Saint Therese of Lisieux and Her Novice Sister Marie of the Trinity (Paperback)

I think that the non-religious who reads the things that Therese said and did with her sisters in community at the Lisieux Carmel may occasionally be intimidated. I know I am from time to time. Sometimes I am even confused, for there are some pieces of advice and counsel that would not do for a secular woman such as myself. But I thoroughly enjoyed this work, and the translation was superb. Through the compilation of the reminiscences, I was able to better see what it might have been like to follow Therese around, listen to her, go to her in tears, question my vocation. I am grateful for this glimpse and I believe I have a better understanding of the way Therese taught. Thanks for reading.