Heaven's Face, Thinly Veiled: a Book of Spiritual Writing by Women

Marc Notes: First published in the UK, autumn 1996 under the title: The virago book of spirituality.; Includes bibliographical references and index. Jacket Description/Back: This anthology brings together women's writing from classic religious literature - Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, and Hindu - as well as many passages of fiction and poetry that are truly undiscovered treasures of women's spirituality. With writers ranging from Helen Keller to Aung San Suu Kyl, from Agatha Christie and Ursula K. Le Guin to Rabi'a the Mystic and Hildegard of Bingen, Sarah Anderson's collection proves beyond a doubt that "the exploration of 'the hidden seas within' is a journey on which we can all embark". Review Quotes: " Limited in their public roles throughout much of history, women have often found outlets by developing their private, spiritual lives, exploring in depth what St. Teresa of Avila called " the interior castle." "Heaven's Face Thinly Veiled" is a gorgeous compilation of the spiritual ruminations of a wide range of women? from Julian of Norwich, whose mystic visions gave her a glimpse of the feminine side of God, to tenth century Afghan poet and mystic Rabiah Balkhi, to novelist and activist Alice Walker." "? Yes! A Journal of Positive Futures."Review Quotes: "Limited in their public roles throughout much of history, women have often found outlets by developing their private, spiritual lives, exploring in depth what St. Teresa of Avila called "the interior castle." "Heaven's Face Thinly Veiled " is a gorgeous compilation of the spiritual ruminations of a wide range of women--from Julian of Norwich, whose mystic visions gave her a glimpse of the feminine side of God, to tenth century Afghan poet and mystic Rabiah Balkhi, to novelist and activist Alice Walker.""--Yes! A Journal of Positive Futures""An idiosyncratic, fascinating collection that will introduce readers to many new voices reflecting on 'the hidden seas within."--Holly Hammond, "Yoga Journal "Publisher Marketing: This anthology brings together women's writing from classic religious literature - Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, and Hindu - as well as many passages of fiction and poetry that are truly undiscovered treasures of women's spirituality. With writers ranging from Helen Keller to Aung San Suu Kyl, from Agatha Christie and Ursula K. Le Guin to Rabi'a the Mystic and Hildegard of Bingen, Sarah Anderson's collection proves beyond a doubt that "the exploration of 'the hidden seas within' is a journey on which we can all embark."Publisher Marketing: A collection of spiritual writings by such women as Helen Keller, Aung San Suu Kyi, Agatha Christie, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Contributor Bio:  Anderson, Sarah Sarah Anderson, director of IPS's Global Economy Project, sits on the Alliance for Responsible Trade steering committee.