Books and Religious Devotion

Discover the profound connection between literature and spirituality in Books and Religious Devotion by Allan F. Westphall. Published by the Pennsylvania State University Press in 2015, this engaging biography delves into the book collection of Thomas Connary, a nineteenth-century Irish Catholic farmer from New England. Through an insightful examination of Connary's reading habits and annotations, Westphall uncovers how books shaped his life of devotion and social involvement. With 248 pages of rich content, this work offers a unique perspective on the role of literature in personal and communal faith journeys. Ideal for those interested in the intersections of reading, religion, and history, Books and Religious Devotion invites readers to reflect on their own relationships with books and the transformative power they hold.