Saint Teresa (Paperback)

1922. Saint Teresa of Avila founded many convents and monasteries in her lifetime. Canonized in 1622, this work discusses her life 1515-1582. Contents: in the world, 1515-1535; early years of Teresa's religious life; supernatural gifts; understanding of the gifts, doctrine held by the Saint; the reformed; foundress, San Jose de Avila; war with the mitigated Carmelites, continuation and end of the foundations; government of the order; friendships and opposition, confessors; last days, her Will, her death, her legacy.