Download or read book English Spirituality written by Martin Thornton and published by Cowley Publications. This book was released on 1986 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thornton's classic text surveying the English pastoral tradition answers basic questions: How does an Anglican spiritual guide go about the job? and What body of knowledge is required for competent guidance and how should it be applied? Thornton's survey moves from the New Testament to St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, and the English tradition's Celtic roots. Concludes with a comprehensive guide for spiritual directors.