Edward Nason West

Edward Nason West (1909–1990) was an American priest of the Episcopal Church. He ministered for many years at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City where he was canon sacrist and subdean. He was also a theologian, author, iconographer, and an expert in the design of church furnishings. He was the inspiration for Canon Tallis in Madeleine L'Engle's young adult novels and was her spiritual mentor. He was a graduate of Boston University and the General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church. He was an officer of the Order of the British Empire, officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau, chevalier of the Legion of Honor, and a knight commander of the Royal Order of St. Sava.

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