Transfiguring Loss: Julian of Norwich as a Guide for Survivors of Traumatic Grief

by Jane, F. Maynard

Maynard explores the contributions that 15th century Julian of Norwich's (who lost her own family to the Plague) theology and spirituality may offer to survivors of traumatic loss--the losses suffered by survivors of September 11 and the Tsunami as well as those who have lost a loved one to AIDS. Reading Julian's work taught Maynard that a transcendent experience of love offers hope in the midst of loss, and she shares that inspiration in this resource.

240 pages, Paperback

First published November 30, 2006

Reviews

[David Simmons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Maynard postulates that much of Julian’s reflection in the Long Text comes from her experience as a plague survivor, tempered with decades as a spiritual advisor. An excellent discussion of how Julians theology can be utilized in addressing trauma.