Evelyn Underhill Anglican Mystic

by Arthur Michael Ramsey

The publication of ‘Mysticism’ in 1911 established Evelyn Underhill’s reputation as a significant writer on a subject previously somewhat neglected within the Church of England. Her writings, emanating from a life of profound prayer, have become classics for those seeking to deepen their prayer lives. They combine learning, authority and readability and are written in an ecumenical spirit of striking breadth and generosity. These two essays, together with a series of letters she wrote to a novice testing her vocation to the religious life, demonstrate her gifts as writer, theologian and spiritual director. Michael Ramsey (1904-88) was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1961-1974. An outstanding teacher and prolific writer, his books include such classic works as ‘The Gospel and the Catholic Church’, ‘The Glory of God and the Transfiguration of Christ’ and ‘The Christian Priest Today’.

48 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1977

About the author

Served as the 100th Archbishop of Canterbury from 1961 - 1974.