Angelic Mistakes: The Art of Thomas Merton : Echo Point Books & Media : 9781635618419 : 163561841X : 20 Feb 2019 : Hermit-monk, spiritual seeker, social activist, mystic, writer, and artist - Thomas Merton was all of these during his life. As the author of numerous mature works of spiritual writing, such as The Seven Storey Mountain and New Seeds of Contemplation, Merton became best known for his intellectual writings and constant quest to understand his relationship to the divine. During the 1960s, the last decade of his life, Merton created a body of visual art that served as a correlative to his writings. The intimate pieces reflected his personal path, revealing the inner workings of his heart and mind as he continued his search for meaning. For nearly forty years after his death, his artowrk remained largely unknown and little studied. With this book, Merton's art moves out of the shadows to be appreciated for what it is. Noted author and art historian Dr. Roger Lipsey offers an