A Short History Of Monks And Monasteries (1902)

""A Short History of Monks and Monasteries"" is a historical book written by Alfred Wesley Wishart in 1902. The book provides a detailed account of the history of monks and monasteries, tracing their origins from the early Christian era to the medieval times. The author covers various topics related to monasticism, including the role of monks in society, the establishment of monastic orders, their daily routines, and the influence of monasteries on art and literature. The book also explores the impact of monasticism on the development of Christianity and the spread of Western civilization. The author uses a scholarly approach to present the information, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of monasticism. The book is written in easy-to-understand language, making it accessible to a broad audience. Overall, ""A Short History of Monks and Monasteries"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, culture, and society.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.