THE ETERNAL WOMAN

by Gertrud Von LeFort ‧ RELEASE DATE: Dec. 7, 1961

Excerpts from The Eternal Woman by Gertrud Von LeFort, one of the great woman philosophers and historians of these times, have appeared in various American Catholic publications in translation from the German. Here for the first time, English speaking people will have the opportunity to taste of the full product on what is anything but a simple topic. The original edition which has been revised and brought up to date is the basis for this translation by the distinguished former foreign correspondent now a Benedictine Monk, the Rev. Placid Jordan, O.S.B. The significance of woman is here interpreted in terms not of her historical, social, psychological or biological position but rather in the light of the symbol she represents as one who by her healing power can restore order to a derelict race. Viewed in terms of the ""fiat"" of the Virgin Mother and translated into its direct relationship for all women Gertrud Von LeFort sees every stage of woman's fulfillment as complete and independent. She also regards the salvation of every woman as being indissolubly bound to the image of Mary and her mission in the world in all her manifestations. The book cannot be considered easy reading, but the woman who wants to appreciate the trials of her life in terms of greater values will find in these mystical reflections a source of renewed strength and a confirmation of the greatness of the role women are marked to live. Imprimatur.

Pub Date: Dec. 7, 1961

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Publisher: Bruce

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Dec. 1, 1961

Categories: NONFICTION