 THE ISLE OF MONTE CRISTO: FINDING THE INNER TREASURE (304 pages; ISBN-13: 978-2896462292). Novalis, 2010.
The Isle of Monte Cristo is S.T. Georgiou's third book of spiritual reflections grounded in the life and work of Robert Lax (1915-2000), poet, mystic and friend of Thomas Merton. The meditations continue to explore his understanding of the divine Presence in everyday life.
Drawing from his wide range of scholastic and creative experiences that highlight his faith journey, Georgiou imparts how life is an inner pilgrimage that ultimately leads to the treasure of the Christ, hidden in our hearts.
Georgiou's interior trek began on Patmos where St. John experienced the Revelation. There Georgiou serendipitously met Lax, the much-beloved poet and hermit, who became his mentor. In this book a circle of love completes itself. As Br. Patrick Hart, last secretary to Thomas Merton, makes evident: "Like his mentor, Georgiou is a teacher whose lesson-plan focuses on agape, the highest and purest form of love."
"A poetic journey through the liminal landscapes of the interior life. The Isle of Monte Cristo will unlock hidden treasures within you."
- Dr. Michael Ford, presenter, "Heart & Soul," BBC World Service Programs.
"The spiritual quest is never a solo journey and Georgiou is a sure companion. A great book to give to a friend."
- Sr. Renee Branigan, O.S.B., The American Monastic Review.
"The Isle of Monte Cristo is an inner pilgrimage of faith, hope, and love. We awaken to the mystery of Christ dwelling in each of us."
- Rosemary Ellis Robinson, Director, St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center, San Francisco.
The Isle of Monte Cristo is published by Novalis of Toronto and is distributed in the United States through 23rd Publications/Bayard 1-877-944-5844.
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