(031510) Merton, Thomas. The Ascent To Truth. New York: Harcourt, Brace And Company, 1951. 1st Edition. Hardcover. 8vo. 342 pages. Very Good in Good DJ. Front bottom corner very slightly bumped. Front edges lightly soiled. DJ chipped at spine top but not affecting text, top corners slightly chipped and rear panel soiled and browned . This work was finished on the anniversary of his ninth year in the Cistercian Order. In showing that the way to truth is through contemplation, Father Merton presents an exposition of the doctrines of Saint John of the Cross, the 16th century Carmelite theologian, mystic, and poet (Contemplation, Spiritual Life, Catholic Church)
