Father Lacombe

Father Lacombe: The Black-Robe Voyageur is a biographical book written by Katherine Hughes and first published in 1920. The book tells the story of Father Albert Lacombe, a French-Canadian missionary who spent most of his life working among the indigenous people of Western Canada. The book covers Father Lacombe's early life in Quebec, his decision to become a missionary, and his journeys across the vast Canadian wilderness. It also explores his interactions with the indigenous people, his efforts to establish missions and schools, and his work as a mediator between the First Nations and the Canadian government. The book provides a detailed account of Father Lacombe's many achievements, including his role in the signing of Treaty 7, which secured land and resources for the indigenous people of southern Alberta. It also explores his personal life, including his struggles with illness and his close relationships with the people he served. Overall, Father Lacombe: The Black-Robe Voyageur is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable man who dedicated his life to serving others. It offers a unique perspective on the history of Western Canada and the complex relationships between the indigenous people, the Church, and the Canadian government.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.