Vintage Spiritual Canticle by St. John of the Cross, English-language Catholic mysticism paperback translated, edited, and introduced by E. Allison Peers.

Presents the classic spiritual poem in which the Carmelite mystic portrays the soul's love dialogue with God through the imagery of bride and bridegroom, accompanied by Peers's extensive explanatory commentary.

Uses vivid natural images—vineyards, valleys, green hills, flocks, and clear streams—to illuminate the inner journey of the soul and has long been regarded as one of the most sublime canticles in the literature of mysticism.

Includes an introduction on the life and writings of St. John of the Cross and a carefully annotated English translation noted for its accuracy and faithfulness to the original Spanish text.

Issued as a complete and unabridged Image Books mass-market paperback from Doubleday's classic spirituality series.

Nonfiction Christian spirituality and religious mysticism title intended for adult readers, students of Carmelite tradition, and anyone interested in contemplative prayer and devotional literature.

Image Books catalog number D110.

ISBN: 0-385-08919-8.