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Dazzling Darkness: The Lives and Afterlives of the Christian Mystics  

'James Harpur has himself done something remarkable, by succeeding in telling us about our mystics, in their historical and geographical contexts, their lives, visions, teaching, and actions.' Claire Gilbert, Church Times.

'A book where the heart and mind are brought into contact with the wealth and eccentricity of the Christian mystical tradition.'    The Irish Times

'A beautifully written, thoroughly engaging and meticulously-researched account of Christian mysticism, which I could not put down.' Sarah Alyn Stacey, Professor in French, Trinity College, Dublin and Director of the Trinity Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies.

'An invaluable companion for the explorer not only of the mystical but of Christian thought more widely.' Christopher Southgate, Professor of Theology and Religion, University of Exeter.

'Beautifully written and erudite... A striking aspect is the attention to women, both woven into the chapters and allocated two chapters of their own.' Fàinche Ryan, Associate Professor in Systematic Theology, Trinity College Dublin.

The Pilgrim Journey: A History of Pilgrimage in the Western World

'The book is a small gem.' Catholic Books Review

'Harpur has a clear idea of his destination and moves there with alacrity, crisp language, and clear, compelling accounts of both legend and history.' The Englewood Review

'A fascinating book for anyone interested in spiritual journeys' Historical Novel Society

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