“Before I took the veil, I was ornamented for the ceremony, and was clothed in a rich dress belonging to the Convent, which was used on such occasions; and placed not far from the altar in the chapel, in the view of a number of spectators who had assembled, perhaps about forty.”
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Work
Awful disclosures of Maria Monk, a narrative of her sufferings in the Hotel Dieu nunnery at Montreal
This book presents a firsthand account of Maria Monk's time at the Hotel Dieu nunnery in Montreal, exploring her experiences and the hardships she endured within the religious institution. more
Author
Maria Monk
Maria Monk, born on June 27, 1816, and died in 1849, was an American writer known for her works that exposed religious secrets and mysticism. Her most famous work is 'The Story of Sister Mary of Agreda: A Narrative of Her Life and Miracles', which caused widespread controversy and discussion upon its publication. more
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