"Just as she is herself, Alice von Hildebrand's memoir of her years
at Hunter College is a glistering, brilliant, priceless gem. She is
so witty, wise, and indefatigable in her stand for Truth that
simply to be in her presence, whether in the classroom or in the
vital pages of this book, is to be profoundly inspired. I am only
grieved it is not much longer and sorry it wasn't published years
ago. Her voice is a matchless gift: edifying, galvanizing, and
wildly entertaining." --Eric Metaxas, New York Times Bestselling
author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and host of
Socrates in the City
"Memoirs of a Happy Failure fill us with gratitude for the gift of
Dr. Alice von Hildebrand's life in Christ, lived with so much
integrity and vigor over many years, as she has tirelessly given
witness to the truth by both her example and her teaching.
Especially noteworthy are the chapters of her memoirs which treat
the challenges she faced during her thirty-seven years of teaching
at Hunter College. Amidst the often difficult challenges, she
experienced the incomparable blessing of students inspired, through
the knowledge of truth gained in her philosophy courses, to seek
Him who is Truth and to receive the gift of faith in Christ Who
alone is our salvation. Dr. von Hildebrand was a highly competent
professor who truly loved her students and, therefore, rejoiced,
above all, when they came to the truth at its living source in God
- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I am confident that Memoirs of a
Happy Failure, by which Dr. Alice von Hildebrand recounts her life
and work as a philosopher, will encourage the reader, and
particularly all teachers, to be steadfast in speaking and living
"the truth in love" (Cf. Eph 4:15)."
--His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, Prefect of the Apostolic
Signatura
"This intimate, poignant memoir demonstrates the power of placing
one's trust in God and therein finding the strength to endure
suffering and transform lives.
Lily Von Hildebrand has done just that. She is a treasure, and her
story a must-read." --Raymond Arroyo, New York Times Best Selling
Author of Mother Angelica and the Kerman Derman Chronicles. EWTN
News Managing Editor.
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