This classic of Christian devotional literature has brought understanding and comfort to million for centuries. Both Protestands and Catholics - as well as mystics and historians of relgious thought - have studied thse mediatation on the life and teachigns of Jesus, findng them a path to prayer and spiritual guidance. Written in a candid and converational style, The Imitation of Christ discusses liberation from wordly inclinatinos, recollection as a preparation for prayer, the consolations of prayer, and the place of eucharistic communion in a devout life. With its simple, readable text, this translation will appeal to new readers as well as to those already familiar with this religious classic. Reprint of The Bruce Publishing Company, Milwaukee, 1940 edition."