Armstrong, Karen
The Spiral Staircase
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007122295
- author:
- Armstrong, Karen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Spiral Staircase is a deeply personal and thought-provoking memoir by Karen Armstrong, one of the world's leading commentators on religion. After leaving a convent that left her feeling restricted, Armstrong struggled to find her place in the world, grappling with feelings of despair, anorexia, and suicidal thoughts.
Despite her departure from the convent, Armstrong remained within the Catholic Church until she experienced a profound crisis of faith, leading her into a period of spiritual searching. Through her writing and exploration of other religious traditions, she discovered a new kind of faith that drew on Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, ultimately bringing her a sense of calm and inner peace.
This book is a powerful exploration of the challenges of finding meaning and spirituality in modern life. Armstrong's story is a relatable and thought-provoking account of one person's journey towards a deeper understanding of faith and their place in the world.
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