The Imitation of Christ - Burgundy Leather

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Item #: 1001609
ISBN: 9780899423234
Author: Thomas à Kempis
Pages: 288
Personalization: P May be imprinted for $15.00
Price: $18.95

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The second most popular book in Christianity (after the Bible), this treasured classic by Thomas a Kempis has been revised in an easy-to-read edition by Clare Fitzpatrick. For centuries, the straightforward message has brought peace to millions of readers by showing how to follow the life of Christ, to which we are all called. To add to the appeal, this volume is enclosed in a burgundy bonded leather cover with a zipper close, set in a larger type, and superbly illustrated. Inside are full color insets with the prayers for the Stations of the Cross and the Prayers of the Rosary (including the Luminous Mysteries).

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4.85 / 5

(4.85/5 Stars, 20 Ratings) Based on 20 Reviews

Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings (19); Well Written (16); Easy To Read (14); Informative (12); Page-Turner (9); Engaging characters (5);
Best Uses:	Gift (13); Older Readers (10); Travel Reading (8); Reference (7); Younger Readers (5);
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader (11); Bookworm (5);

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I would gladly give this book as a gift 5.00 out of 5

By:	A Cousins Jr (Chesapeake, Virginia, April 1, 2011) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Easy To Read; Page-Turner; Informative; Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written; I have thoroughly enjoyed; Engaging characters;
Best Uses:	Special Needs; Gift; Travel Reading; Younger Readers; Older Readers; Reference;
Describe Yourself:	Rarely Read;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. And it was custome engraved in Gold my name it is certainly a showpiece

It has been so helpful 5.00 out of 5

By:	Blue eyes (Garden City, KS, June 10, 2011) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Easy To Read; Deserves Multiple Readings; Informative; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Reference;
Describe Yourself:	Rarely Read;
Bottom Line:	This book is helping to put in prospective my desire to better understand and follow Christ's example in my every day life. I love that it has a zipper closure. I read it while waiting for appointments, while sitting in the car or before the beginning of Mass.

I carry this book everywhere I go 5.00 out of 5

By:	Philo (Breaux Bridge, La, June 14, 2011) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Page-Turner; Informative; Easy To Read; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Special Needs; When feeling down; Travel Reading; Gift;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. I carry this book everywhere I go, when I am feeling down I open it up and read a passage and it helps me go on through the day. I love it.

Very Understandable 5.00 out of 5

By:	Pam (Las Vegas, Nevada, October 6, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Easy To Read; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Gift; Travel Reading;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. This is the clearest, easiest-to-read version I have seen. It's also great to take along, nicely protected in the leather zipper cover. I read one short chapter after my daily bible reading every day.

The Imitation of Christ Excels 5.00 out of 5

By:	Paul (Tucson, AZ, June 17, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Engaging characters; Easy To Read; Page-Turner; Informative; Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. More than what i EXPECTED

Excellent, inspiring 5.00 out of 5

By:	ddee52 (Elgin, Illinois, June 1, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Page-Turner;
Best Uses:	Older Readers;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Daily for inspiration

Everyone should have one! 5.00 out of 5

By:	Mimi (Florham Park, NJ, May 21, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Informative; Easy To Read; Deserves Multiple Readings; 2nd Best book of Wisdom; Well Written;
Describe Yourself:	Casual Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. This book stays on the night stand and is read and re-read.

exactly what I was looking for 5.00 out of 5

By:	Mary the nurse (Corning, N.Y., March 20, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Informative; Love It; Would reccomend it to eve; Page-Turner; Quality at a low price; Easy To Read; Well Written; Deserves Multiple Readings;
Best Uses:	Older Readers; Spiritual enrichment; Travel Reading; Younger Readers; Gift; Reference;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. to help me grow spiritually. It is just the right size for easy handling and the quality and price can't be beat. Mary

Love this Book, Thank you 5.00 out of 5

By:	Meg (Alvin, Il., March 21, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Page-Turner; Informative; Easy To Read; Engaging characters; Well Written; Deserves Multiple Readings;
Describe Yourself:	Casual Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Imitation of Christ is a grate book to learn lives lessons

Very satisfied with my purchase 5.00 out of 5

By:	Perk (Creston, Iowa, March 11, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Well Written; Informative; Deserves Multiple Readings; Easy To Read;
Describe Yourself:	Bookworm;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. [...]

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INSPIRATIONAL !!! 5.00 out of 5

By:	Michael the Archangel (South Windsor, CT, February 25, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written; Page-Turner;
Best Uses:	Gift; Older Readers;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. I HAVEN'T BEEN ABLE TO PUT IT DOWN. VERY INSPIRING BOOK. I LOVE IT !!

Excellent Holiness Guide 5.00 out of 5

By:	Carmelita, respecter of major religions (Barry, TX, February 24, 2010) Verified Buyer
Pros:	Informative; Deserves Multiple Readings; Page-Turner; Easy To Read; Engaging characters; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Travel Reading; Gift; Reference; Older Readers;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Indeed, this book is a must book for readers aspiring to holiness in Christ. It is the best spiritual guide I have ever read other than the Bible, itself. It completes the New Testament. Everyone serious about preparing to be lifted Heaven-bound, should

This beautiful book changed my life. 5.00 out of 5

By:	Julie (Georgia, December 10, 2009)
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written; Easy To Read;
Best Uses:	Gift; Reference;
Describe Yourself:	Bookworm;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. This book has brought me so much peace.It's beautifully written and so easy to understand.

Best Imitation of Christ I ever read 5.00 out of 5

By:	4UGOD (Kansas City, MO., September 10, 2009)
Pros:	Easy To Read; Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Daily read;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. This is the MOST PERFECT version of the Imitation of Christ I have ever found!! Love it!!

A Nice Little Edition 4.00 out of 5

By:	A Benedictine Oblate (Minneapolis, MN, August 13, 2009) Verified Reviewer
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings;
Best Uses:	Older Readers; Gift;
Describe Yourself:	Bookworm;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Read a chapter or two of this book with your daily meditation/devotional time. When you get to the end, start over. Read slowly and savor the wisdom it contains. I have the hardcover edition, but when I saw this new one in leather with the zipper I had to have it. I like the smell of the leather and the zipper is a really neat feature along with the gilt edge pages and the ribbon marker. Feels good in your hand.

The Imitation of Christ 5.00 out of 5

By:	Jack (Golden, Colorado, April 13, 2009)
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written; Page-Turner; Informative; Engaging characters; Easy To Read;
Best Uses:	Younger Readers; Gift; Older Readers;
Describe Yourself:	Bookworm;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. This is an excellent product [...]!

Beautiful gift quality edition 4.00 out of 5

By:	St. Monica (Twisp, WA, March 29, 2009)
Pros:	Easy To Read; Very good translation; Deserves Multiple Readings;
Best Uses:	Reference; Younger Readers; Older Readers; Gift; Travel Reading;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. PROS:Beautiful presentation quality. The translation is very readable and priced for giving. I bought three-- one to replace my well used,dog eared paperback edition and two for RCIA friends. Cons: Very minor, a few, and only a few of the illustrations seem some what dated and out of sync with the fine quality of this great Catholic Classic

This is one of my favorites. 5.00 out of 5

By:	Bobbi (Reno, NV, March 6, 2009) Verified Reviewer
Pros:	A must read for everyone; Deserves Multiple Readings;
Best Uses:	Younger Readers; Older Readers; Travel Reading; Gift;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Begin my day each day with this book. It gives one focus on Christ in every part of your life. There is nothing that is not great about it.

Great Book in a Beautiful Leather Cover! 5.00 out of 5

By:	Ian (Olympia, WA, April 16, 2009) Verified Reviewer
Pros:	Deserves Multiple Readings; Informative; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Gift;
Describe Yourself:	Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. I bought this as a gift for a friend whom I sponsored through the RCIA program. I already own a copy that I cherish as a spiritual guide, and know he will come to cherish it too.

Worth the price 4.00 out of 5

By:	Ed (Chicopee, MA, February 4, 2009)
Pros:	Informative; Deserves Multiple Readings; Well Written;
Best Uses:	Older Readers; Reference; Travel Reading; Gift;
Describe Yourself:	Bookworm;
Bottom Line:	Yes, I would recommend this to a friend. Daily/as needed Convenient None

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