John Baptist De La Salle

""John Baptist De La Salle: His Life And His Institute"" by Martin Dempsey is a comprehensive biography of the French Catholic saint and educational reformer, John Baptist De La Salle. The book delves into the life and work of De La Salle, who dedicated himself to the education of poor children and established a network of schools that would become the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Dempsey explores De La Salle's early life as a member of a wealthy family, his decision to become a priest and his subsequent work in educating poor boys in France. The book also covers De La Salle's struggles with the Church hierarchy, his efforts to establish a new form of religious community dedicated to teaching, and the growth of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The author provides insight into De La Salle's pedagogical approach, which emphasized the importance of teaching in the vernacular, the use of practical teaching methods, and the development of a sense of community among students. Dempsey also explores the challenges faced by De La Salle and his followers, including financial difficulties, opposition from the Church, and the need to adapt to changing social and political conditions.Overall, ""John Baptist De La Salle: His Life And His Institute"" is a detailed and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in Catholic education. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of education, the history of the Catholic Church, or the lives of saints and religious figures.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.