Update: Featured by EWTN as the "EWTN Bookmark" title for September 2015.A "head-spinning" good read!All humour aside, the "Manual for Spiritual Warfare" is an excellent guide, written in a "Church Militant" style, for those of us who not only wish to avoid finding ourselves in a state of full-blown possession, but also for guidance in the ordinary, daily battles with the Master of temptation.Studying this manual will create an awareness of the battles being waged, impart intel on the identities of those whom wrestle for the Christian's mortal soul; and to aide us in strategic development against their wiles.Utilizing its teachings fortifies us with the necessary ammunition to defend ourselves against the Enemy's assaults.Praying its prayers-- we ultimately emerge triumphant!Upon opening the shrink-wrap, I found a very handsome, well-produced book, with one black satin ribbon bookmark. The compact volume is bound in dark grey, "Premium Ultrasoft" (imitation leather), with sewn binding, and silver page edges.Directly opposite the copyright page is a presentation page where one may supply info such as Name, Date/Occasion. Also provided are several ruled lines for Personal Notes.[Please see the two photos I've provided].Catholic readers should note this publication lacks an Nihil Obstat/Imprimatur.(2018 update: I own the First ed., 1st printing. Since then this title DOES indeed bear an imprimatur:“Nihil Obstat: Reverend Matthew Kauth, S.T.D. Censor Deputatus Imprimatur: Most Reverend Peter J. Jugis, J.C.D. Bishop of Charlotte May 31, 2015”.)While I'm neither a theologian, nor a Canon Law attorney, I do feel comfortable stating that the book's overall content is in keeping with the Church's teachings since it appears to be a compilation gleaned from sources (of which I'm quite familiar), most, if not all of them, bearing a valid Imprimatur.Following the presentation page, is the Table of Contents, a brief Introduction by the author, then the main content in two parts.Part One: "Preparing for Battle"Familiarizes the reader with the Enemy (the names, rank, and roles of satan and his minions), as well as the Christian's "Commander and Comrades" (including Our Lady and the Saints, Angels who protect us, and our fellow Militants.)Also covered are useful "weapons": the Eucharist, Sacramentals, etc.Closing this section is the chapter, "Keeping the Enemy out of the Camp". Essentially, enlightenment re: the subterfuge employed by the devil in the form of "Trojan horses" (Ouija boards, seances, New Age, etc.) and how we (unintentionally) invite him into our ranks.Part Two: "Aids In Battle"An extensive, fairly comprehensive coverage of Church teachings re: spiritual warfare based on the Catechism, Church Councils, and Papal documents.Next, are many helpful, informative chapters of scriptures, advice/quotes from the Saints, Prayers, Devotions, and Hymns (without musical notation).Concluding the book is a three-page section listing excellent resources for further study.Scripture quotations in this book are as follows:• OT: RSV-2nd Catholic Ed. (Ignatius ©2006)• NT: "Confraternity NT" - a revision of the Challoner~Rheims version (1941 Ed. by Confraternity of Christian Doctrine).Overall, the "Manual For Spiritual Warfare" is a sturdy, portable, and invaluable resource. One I can easily recommend for all good Christian soldiers interested in winning the eternal war being waged for our very souls.~. Ephesians 6:10-20 sums it up best.~"...Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil..."Thank you for reading,-CC, Amazon Prime Member-Reviewer