Jaqueline Pascal: Or A Glimpse Of Convent Life At Port Royal (1853)

""Jacqueline Pascal: Or A Glimpse Of Convent Life At Port Royal"" is a book written by Victor Cousin in 1853. The book is a biographical account of the life of Jacqueline Pascal, a French nun who lived in the convent of Port Royal. The book provides an insight into the daily life of nuns in the 17th century, their struggles, and their devotion to their faith.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a brief history of the convent of Port Royal and its influence on French literature and philosophy. The second part is a detailed account of the life of Jacqueline Pascal, her early life, her decision to become a nun, and her experiences in the convent.The book describes the strict rules and regulations that nuns had to follow, their daily routine, and the challenges they faced in their spiritual journey. It also highlights the intellectual pursuits of the nuns and their contribution to the world of literature and philosophy.Overall, ""Jacqueline Pascal: Or A Glimpse Of Convent Life At Port Royal"" is an informative and insightful book that provides a glimpse into the life of nuns in the 17th century and their unwavering devotion to their faith.Translated By H. N. With An Introduction By W. R. Williams.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.