Though hundreds of years seperate us from the 14th century monk, the somtimes foregin prose nevertheless reminds the reader of the need peace and continual zeal in leading a life of faith and virture. The book has helped me lean on Christ and satiate the hunger of my soul. While I agree with the critique of individualizing tendency, the reader who remains conscious of individualism in our own culture can still benefit greatly from this spiritual master. I’m stil in “Book One”, so my thoughts remain provisional.