Teresa of Avila (1515-1582) is one of the most fascinating figures in the history of the Church and literature. From a young age he felt the call to religious life and entered the Carmelite order. Check your spiritual maturity, at age 47, founded the Order of the Discalced Carmelites, inspired by a new way of serving God and live fraternity. This book offers a portrait of Christian mystic and writer, a modern and reformist woman who managed to find their way toward self and leave your mark on the world. Erika Lorenz narrates the process of inner exploration that led to Santa Teresa to shape their personality and move from contemplation to a strong performance in the world.

This study highlights the confluence of -the result achieved scientific rigor of the autora- remarkable erudition, and fluid and entertaining style that makes reading this book a pleasure.