Monica Baldwin

On her twenty-first birthday Monica Baldwin - daughter of Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin - entered one of the oldest and most strictly enclosed contemplative orders of the Roman Catholic Church. Twenty-eight years later, having realized she did not have a true vocation for the life of a nun, she obtained a special rescript from Rome and left the convent. But the world Monica had known and forsaken in 1914 was very different to the world she found when she emerged into it at the height of the Second World War - This book is the fascinating story of one woman's two very different lives, with lucid descriptions of the world of a novice, the duties of a nun's day, and the spiritual aspects of convent life. These are interwoven with the trials and tribulations of life in a new and alien world, as the author is confronted by fashions, interventions, politics and art that are totally unfamiliar to her. Humour, intelligence, an endearing humility and an exciting honesty characterize this remarkable book that gives readers both a glimpse into a hidden world and a uniquely fresh take on a familiar one.

The Called And The Chosen is a book written by Monica Baldwin that tells the story of Sister Ursula Auberon, an enclosed nun at the Abbaye De La Sainte Croix in Framleghen. The book is presented as Sister Ursula's diary, which she keeps during her time at the convent. It chronicles her journey from her decision to become a nun, her training, and her daily life as a member of the religious community. Sister Ursula's diary is a reflection of her innermost thoughts, struggles, and triumphs as she navigates the challenges of living a life of devotion and service to God. She writes about her spiritual journey, her relationships with her fellow nuns, and her struggles with doubt and temptation. The book also explores the history and traditions of the convent, as well as the role of nuns in the Catholic Church.Overall, The Called And The Chosen is a deeply personal and insightful account of one woman's journey to find meaning and purpose in her life through her faith. It offers a unique perspective on the life of a nun and the challenges and rewards of a life dedicated to serving God.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.