The Imitation of Christ - One of Christianity's Most Beloved Devotionals by Thomas à Kempis

This classic Christian devotional has been cherished for many generations. Originally published in latin around 1418 the book has now been published in excess of 2000 different editions. 1000 of those editions are preserved in the British Museum. Protestants and Roman Catholics alike join in giving it praise. The Jesuits give it an official place among their "exercises". John Wesley and John Newton listed it among the works that influenced them at their conversion. General Gordon carried it with him to the battlefield and it is said Pope John Paul I was reading a copy when he died.

Now you can carry a copy of this treasure on your iPhone for inspiration anytime, anywhere. Michael Joseph Gross said that it would be, "Better to read this book a little here and there, now and then, than to try gobbling it cover to cover. Imitation is no triumph of orderly thinking, but it's a great monument and incentive to deep living." This Tapstack will allow you to read from The Imitation of Christ in precisely the manner he recommends.

With Illustrations by Luc Freymanc

Further adding to the contemplative nature of this text each of the eighty selected excerpts have been laid out on beautifully aged cards featuring the pen-and-ink artwork of Luc Freymanc.

The Imitation of Christ Cards

Luc drew his first pen and ink image of Jesus Christ the evening after his father died and it was placed next to his obituary in the local newspaper. Since drawing that first striking image (which continues to be used in many obituaries) he has gone on to draw many hundreds of images of Christ ranging in style and substance.

His drawings continue to be evocative and emotional, capturing the tensions of a life modeled after Jesus Christ. You will find his images draw you into Kempis' text and illuminate it in unexpected ways.

About Tapstack


Six Voices' Tapstack format offers a unique and surprisingly fun way to explore your favorite books. By distilling them down to a selection of engaging "cards" like only the iPhone could provide, Tapstack offers you a great way to read on-the-go. Swipe, shake, rotate and spin your way through the most important points from top-selling titles.

The Imitation of Christ Tapstack can serve as a great contemplative and devotional tool. Use it as a prayer guide, an easy way to share what you've learned with friends, or a source for questions that will lead you into a deeper dialog with Jesus. As you explore the book from a new perspective and experience Kempis' ideas in a new context, you're sure to discover things you missed and new life applications.

The Imitation of Christ and Tapstack Cards

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GORGEOUS CARDS

Designed to capture the essence of the book so you can return to it any time.

EASY TO NAVIGATE

Short, easy to remember, easy to navigate excerpts are the perfect format for the iPhone.

FUN TO EXPLORE

Using Tapstack’s unique format you’ll discover new insights from the book.