John Henry Newman is recognized as one of the greatest Christian thinkers of the modern age. He was also a man of prayer and deep spirituality. He was beatified by Pope Benedict XVI on 19th September 2010 at Cofton Park in Birmingham, during the Pope’s state visit to Britain.

A. N. Wilson’s wide-ranging anthology of Newman’s prayers, poems and meditations will appeal to all those who are fascinated by this inspirational man. The readings cover the general themes of faith, prayer, the contemplation of Christ, discipleship, the meaning of holiness, and the hope of heaven. In an engaging Introduction, Wilson brings fresh insight to Newman’s life and thought.

This carefully arranged anthology will provide comfort and sustenance to all those who cherish Newman’s writings and to those who are keen to discover one of our best loved spiritual writers for the first time.