Waltraud Herbstrith
Edith Stein
- ISBN 13:
- 9780898704105
- author:
- Waltraud Herbstrith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Ignatius Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 207
- Genre:
- Popular Philosophy Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Edith Stein, a Biography by Waltraud Herbstrith is a powerful and moving account of a remarkable woman's life. Born into a devout Jewish family in Germany, Edith converted to Catholicism and became a Carmelite nun, forging a path that was both intellectually rigorous and spiritually profound. As a philosopher, she stood out for her exceptional abilities, earning the praise of notable figures such as Edmund Husserl, who declared her the best doctoral student he ever had. Yet, it was her unwavering commitment to her faith and her people that ultimately led to her tragic fate at the hands of the Nazis. This biography offers a warm and memorable portrait of Edith Stein, a woman whose life stands as a testament to the power of hope, faith, and humanity in the face of adversity.