Pro Vita Monastica: An Essay in Defense of the Contemplative Virtues by Henry Dwight Sedgwick is a book that explores the monastic life and its virtues. The author argues that the contemplative life is essential for the spiritual health of individuals and society as a whole. He discusses the benefits of silence, solitude, and prayer, and how these practices can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and one's relationship with God. Sedgwick also...