A Short History Of Monks And Monasteries is a book written by Alfred Wesley Wishart and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of monks and monasteries from their origins in the early Christian Church to the present day. The author explores the various religious orders and their roles in society, as well as the impact of monasticism on art, literature, and education. The book delves into the lives of famous monks and abbots, such as St. Benedict and St. Francis of Assisi, and their contributions to the development of monasticism. The author also discusses the controversies surrounding the role of monks in society, including their wealth and power, and the debates over the value of monasticism in modern times. Overall, A Short History Of Monks And Monasteries is a fascinating exploration of the history and significance of monasticism in Western civilization.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.