“I had forgotten what mustard fields looked like... Sheet upon sheet of blazing yellow, half way between sulphur and celandine, with hot golden sunshine pouring down upon them out of a dazzling June sky. It thrilled me like music.”
Quote by Monica Baldwin
Work
I Leap Over The Wall - Contrasts And Impressions After Twenty-Eight Years In A Convent
This work presents a personal account of transformation and adaptation following an extended period spent within a convent community. The narrative explores the contrasts between the structured, contemplative existence of religious life and the dynamic, independent nature of the outside world. Through reflective observation, the author examines her own psychological and emotional adjustments, offering insights into the challenges and revelations that accompany major life transitions. The memoir provides a window into the mindset of someone navigating profound change, considering both the treasures retained and the difficulties encountered when leaving a long-established environment of communal living and spiritual discipline. more
Author
Monica Baldwin
Monica Baldwin (1893-1975) was a British writer best known for her autobiographical work 'I Leap Over the Wall,' which details her 28 years as a nun and her subsequent departure from the convent. Born into a prominent English family, she entered religious life in 1914 but left in 1941, later publishing her memoir in 1949. The book became an international bestseller, sparking debates on religious freedom and personal autonomy. Baldwin's work remains a significant account of convent life and the challenges of reintegrating into secular society. more
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