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Sister Wendy on the Art of Christmas Paperback – September 3, 2013

by Wendy Beckett (Author)
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Imagine going on a tour of a world-class art museum with a talented and insightful curator. But instead of just focusing on the history, technique, and cultural significance of each piece, you have the opportunity to reflect on the spiritual aspects of the works, examining their religious significance and concentrating on the transcendental meaning conveyed by the artist. This is what you’ll find in this exquisitely produced book.

It features fifteen pieces of art relating to the topic of Christmas, with an extended reflection on each piece. The commentary is meditative, more reflection on the spiritual nature of the paintings’ subject than art critique. Sister Wendy writes with the deft hand of one who is formed in spirituality, art, and critical thinking. Her imagery is lush, creating a landscape where the sacred and profane live in comfortable coexistence through the medium of painting. For spiritual seekers and lovers of art, this book will offer a unique journey into the experiential nature of a well-rounded faith.
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  1. Print length
    64 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Franciscan Media
  4. Publication date
    September 3, 2013
  5. Dimensions
    7.75 x 0.25 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1616366958
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1616366957
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Sister Wendy Beckett is an English hermit. An art expert, in the 1990s she presented a series of BBC documentaries in which she reflected on the meaning of various works of art from throughout history.

Beckett entered the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 1946 and graduated from Oxford University in 1953, but in 1970, she obtained papal permission to leave her congregation and become a consecrated virgin. Her former congregation arranged for her to live under the protection of the Carmelite nuns at their monastery at Quidenham, Norfolk, in the east of England. There she leads a contemplative lifestyle, dedicating her life solely to solitude and prayer, but allotting two hours of work per day to earn her living.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Franciscan Media; Reprint edition (September 3, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1616366958
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1616366957
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 0.25 x 9.75 inches
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  • Open mind
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect present for someone like that I think because the ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2014
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    I have bought this book as a Christmas gift and I think it will be very well received. The recipient is someone who wants to begin to take religion, Christianity more seriously.
    Perfect present for someone like that I think because the book looks lovely and Sister Wendy has the right tone for the person I have in mind. One Christmas gift done. Hooray!
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  • P. Worthington
    5.0 out of 5 stars How great thou art!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2013
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    This book beautifully captures the meaning and message of Christmas through Christian Art.
    It is more warming to the spirit than mulled wine and mince pies.
    So sit back with a cup of tea or something stronger and enjoy!
    I will definitely be getting copies to give as presents.
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  • D. P. Jackson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great little book...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2014
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    Great little book. Possibly smaller (fewer pages) than I was expecting, but that will teach me to read product descriptions better. Excellent addition to the bookcase along with the other Sister Wendy books.
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  • jane smith
    4.0 out of 5 stars Thought-provoking illustrations of the accounts of Mary, Jesus's birth and the nativity
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2020
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    As a gift. The content gives a different and earlier perspective of the nativity events to the more familiar renaissance depictions. Helps one consider anew the Biblical accounts.
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  • Mrs. E. A. Brockway
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2015
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    just what my sister in law wanted for Christmas.
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