Teresa of Avila

The Book of My Life

By: Teresa of Avila, Tessa Bielecki - introduction, Mirabai Starr - translator

Narrated by: Gabrielle Made, Kathleen Gati

Teresa of Ávila (1515-1582) is one of the most beloved of the Catholic saints. In 1562, during the era of the Spanish Inquisition, Teresa sat down to write an account of the mystical experiences for which she had become famous. The result was this book, one of the great classics of spiritual autobiography. With this fresh translation of The Book of My Life, Mirabai Starr brings the inimitable Spanish mystic to life for a new generation, with contemporary English that mirrors Teresa's own earthy, vernacular Spanish, and that presents us with--four centuries after Teresa's death--someone we feel we know: a woman intoxicated with God yet filled with an overflowing love for the world.

The voice

I feel as if she was speaking directly to me. I Drew closer to knowing her as she spoke each chapter

Profound

Profound description of situations in her life, specially joys and obstacles of the foundation of the discalced Carmelite order. Deep sharing of emotions, doubts and reassurances of faith as well as interactions with Our Lord in moments of rapture.
Teresa’s life is a great companion and a soul mate in tribulations of faith.

Truth Be Told

Lovely Writing By a Beautiful Saint! Amazing Words For That Time Period as a woman.

Moving account of a life devoted to God

Listening to this production was a wonderful experience. Even thought Teresa's life is so different from mine, she became a friend as I listened to her story. Definitely recommend!

Life changing.

This spoke to my spirit in so many ways. Thank you Dear Lord for using St. Teresa to teach us the importance of spending time with you in prayer. This book encourages us to “choose what is better” Luke 10:38-42