JOURNAL ARTICLE

Thomas Merton and Evelyn Waugh: Elected Silence at 75.

  • Published In: Merton Journal, 2024, v. 31, n. 2. P. 3 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Coady, Mary Frances 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Thomas Merton and Evelyn Waugh: Elected Silence at 75" explores the brief encounter between Thomas Merton and Evelyn Waugh in 1948 at Gethsemani Abbey. Waugh, impressed by Merton's book "The Seven Storey Mountain," edited the text for a British audience, emphasizing the narrative flow and removing discursive passages. Despite their meeting, there was no real meeting of minds regarding literary excellence, with Waugh expressing concerns about Merton's writing style and dedication to both monastic life and professional writing. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Merton Journal. 2024/07, Vol. 31, Issue 2, p3
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:13663593
  • Accession Number:181004082
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