What IS A Sacrament?

The book is in good condition with a hardcover binding. The dust jacket exhibits some wear, including minor edge tears and scuffing, but remains intact. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings, preserving the integrity of this first edition.

"What is a Sacrament?" by Bernard Piault, published by Hawthorn Books in New York, 1963, is a first edition hardcover exploring the theological understanding of sacraments within Catholicism. Originally published in France as "Qu'est-ce qu'un sacrement?", this edition was translated by A. Manson. Bernard Piault delves into the significance and role of sacraments in religious practice, providing a comprehensive insight valuable for both scholars and practitioners of Catholic theology. This book is part of The Twentieth Century Encyclopedia of Catholicism, which aims to elucidate key religious concepts. The first edition status enhances its appeal to collectors and scholars interested in mid-20th-century theological discourse. The book is in good condition, though the dust jacket shows some wear with minor edge tears.