The Nuns of Port Royal: As Seen in Their Own Narratives (1909)

The Nuns of Port Royal is a book written by Mary E. Lowndes and published in 1909. The book is a collection of narratives written by the nuns of Port Royal, a French abbey that was known for its strict adherence to the Jansenist movement in the 17th century. The Jansenist movement was a Catholic reform movement that emphasized the importance of personal holiness and the need for repentance and self-discipline. The book provides a rare glimpse into the lives of these nuns, who were known for their piety, devotion, and asceticism. The narratives cover a range of topics, including the nuns' daily routines, their spiritual practices, and their relationships with each other and with the outside world. The book also includes an introduction by the author, which provides historical context and background information on the Jansenist movement and the abbey of Port Royal. Overall, The Nuns of Port Royal is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism, religious reform movements, and the lives of nuns in the early modern period.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.