Mary: The Second Eve

Mary: The Second Eve

By St. John Henry Newman · Published by TAN Books

Overview

This concise booklet collects Newman’s reflections on Our Lady, defending Catholic Marian doctrine against Protestant objections by tracing it to the Church Fathers. He shows that Mary is not a later invention, but the “second Eve” in a deeply biblical and theological sense. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

• Demonstrates the typology of Mary as the “new Eve” in Christian theology
• Draws from early Church Fathers and Doctors to defend Marian teaching
• Refutes common Protestant misunderstandings about Marian devotion
• Written in Newman’s characteristic style — scholarly, devout, and accessible in a short format
• Compact (about 48 pages) — ideal for study or evangelization

Intended Audience

For Catholics seeking a rich, theological meditation on Mary’s role in salvation history, for apologists explaining Marian doctrine, and for those drawn to Cardinal Newman’s spiritual and intellectual depth.