Theology of Home II: The Spiritual Art of Homemaking

I haven't much to say about the actual content of the book, although I did discover AFTER buying that it is written from a Catholic worldview.My main beef is that it seems to be a scanned version of the hardcover book. I not only couldn't load it onto my Paperwhite, but can't change the font (which is fairly small) OR properly highlight on my Fire. So if I continue, it's going to be a very HARD read...which is why I'm giving only 3 stars even before I've finished the Introduction. Buyer, be warned. And sorry, author ladies, this issue needs to be fixed in order for your work to be effectively appreciated.

Homemaking: "The ache with no name" (Betty Friedan) or creating a place where "body and soul are nourished, protected, comforted, and known"? This beautiful second volume of Theology of Home, with its spotlight on the homemaker, investigates and reveals ways in which being a homemaker in families of any size can produce surprising purpose and meaning through the sheltering and nourishing of other souls. With a special focus on motherhood--in its broadest meaning, beautiful photography, information on subjects ranging from olive trees to a history of coffee, biographical blurbs on inspiring women, and much more, this truly is a book that informs and inspires.

Another gem! This book has incredible photography and the truth of the writing is so lovely and powerful. I enjoyed it cover to cover. So inspiring and such a blessing. Grateful for the women who wrote this book and wish I could spend time with them! In a sense, it is a home design book with soul, depth, true beauty and pure love. Beautiful!

Such a beautiful book about what it means to be a homemaker, and how to take back the title in today’s modern world. I will take things from this book with me for many years and I grow in motherhood

I am so grateful to the authors for writing this book. They really have an insight into the vocation of womanhood and the struggles of modern mothers. There were so many profound points made that really resonated with me, even during a time of spiritual dryness. I highly recommend this book especially and will be giving it as gifts to many friends.

It was super disappointing how much of an us vs them mentality this book had. They are extremely judgmental of those who don’t fit into their view of a “happy” woman-like a woman with a career can’t be happy is basically what I got from this. There are so many stories of other people “judging” their families and choices and they make themselves out to me the victims and think they hold all the truth. I couldn’t even get through 25% of it and then gave up because of how terribly this book was written. It’s completely biased, not an accurate picture of Christianity and only like 1% of the book even contained photos of home interiors. It is in no way a reflection of actual Catholic theology. So tread cautiously. Take a HARD pass on this book.

I gave this to my daughter in law for a bridal shower gift but looked through it page by page myself and it’s beautiful. She’s a convert to the faith and has loved learning about traditions and is anxious to create her own.

This book was beautifully written and the photos are beautiful as well! I was expecting more of a how to approach but in no way do I regret reading it. Had a few a-ha moments as well!