The Monks of the West: From St. Benedict to St. Bernard V1

by Charles Forbes René de Montalembert

The Monks of the From St. Benedict to St. Bernard Volume 1 is a historical and biographical work written by Charles de Montalembert. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of monasticism in the Western world, starting with the life and teachings of St. Benedict of Nursia and continuing through to the era of St. Bernard of Clairvaux.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or individual. Montalembert explores the role of monasticism in the early Christian church, the establishment of the Benedictine Order, and the spread of monasticism throughout Europe. He also examines the lives of several prominent monks, including St. Columbanus, St. Gregory the Great, and St. Boniface.Throughout the book, Montalembert emphasizes the importance of monasticism in shaping Western civilization. He argues that the monks played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting knowledge, as well as in promoting the arts and sciences. He also discusses the impact of monasticism on politics, economics, and social organization.Overall, The Monks of the From St. Benedict to St. Bernard Volume 1 is a detailed and engaging exploration of the history of monasticism in the Western world. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, medieval Europe, or the development of Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

716 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2013

About the author

Charles Forbes René de Montalembert was a French publicist, historian and Count of Montalembert, Deux-Sèvres. He wrote in a style at once picturesque, fiery and polished. He was an ardent student of the Middle Ages, but his medieval enthusiasm was strongly tinctured with religious sentiments. Montalembert was elected a member of the Académie française in 1851. [wikipedia]