JOURNAL ARTICLE

Why I Must "Elect Silence" and Not Talk About The Seven Storey Mountain!

  • Published In: Merton Journal, 2023, v. 30, n. 2. P. 12 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Pearson, Paul M. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the author's confession of never having read "The Seven Storey Mountain" in its entirety due to the significant editing by Evelyn Waugh in the British edition titled "Elected Silence." Topics include Waugh's ruthless editing, transforming the autobiography into a spiritual narrative, its unexpected success, and the enduring impact of Thomas Merton's well-written and relatable autobiography that continues to resonate after seventy-five years in print and translation.

Additional Information

  • Source:Merton Journal. 2023/07, Vol. 30, Issue 2, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:13663593
  • Accession Number:174983581

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