A Companion in Crisis: A Modern Paraphrase of John Donne's Devotions

During a global pandemic, Philip Yancey turned to John Donne's 1623 manuscript "Devotions" for guidance. He compiled a 30-day reader with Donne's meditations and modern commentary, offering universal truths on how to live and die well.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 24 February 2022
Publisher: Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd

As the world plunged into a protracted period of darkness, Philip Yancey sought solace in a nearly 400-year-old manuscript, hoping to find guidance amidst the global pandemic. Within its pages, he discovered a steadfast companion for navigating any crisis. Yancey remarks, "Nothing had prepared me for John Donne's raw account of the confrontations with God." Written in 1623, during a pandemic in the city of London, Donne's Devotions offer a poignant reflection on life's uncertainties. For a month, Donne lay sick, plagued by the tolling of church bells, each signifying a death. He wondered if his time would come next.

In response to these existential questions, Philip Yancey has compiled a 30-day reader based on Donne's meditations. This new edition of a beloved classic resonates with remarkable relevance as we confront similar inquiries: What is God trying to communicate to us? Does illness serve as a form of punishment? How can we find solace and peace in the midst of turmoil?

A Companion in Crisis seamlessly blends Donne's timeless reflections with contemporary commentary, offering universal truths on how to live and die well. Through this profound exploration, readers are invited to embark on a journey of introspection, reflection, and healing, finding solace and strength in the words of a poet who has endured and conquered the challenges of his time.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 223 x 144 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913657826