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The Jesuit Missions

- A Chronicle Of The Cross In The Wilderness (1920)

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The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle Of The Cross In The Wilderness is a historical account of the Jesuit missions in North America during the 17th and 18th centuries. Written by Thomas Guthrie Marquis and first published in 1920, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the Jesuit missions in Canada and the United States, including their establishment, growth, and eventual decline.The book begins by providing background information on the Jesuit order and their mission to spread the Catholic faith throughout the world. It then focuses on the Jesuit missions in North America, describing the challenges faced by the missionaries as they attempted to convert the indigenous peoples of the continent.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Jesuits' interactions with Native American tribes, their efforts to establish settlements and build churches, and their struggles against disease, famine, and hostile European powers. It also discusses the impact of the Jesuit missions on the cultures and societies of the indigenous peoples, as well as the legacy of the missions in North America.Overall, The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle Of The Cross In The Wilderness is a fascinating and informative historical account of one of the most significant religious and cultural movements in North American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Jesuits, the Catholic Church, or the indigenous peoples of North America.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781167197161
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 182
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x10 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 249 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle Of The Cross In The Wilderness is a historical account of the Jesuit missions in North America during the 17th and 18th centuries. Written by Thomas Guthrie Marquis and first published in 1920, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the Jesuit missions in Canada and the United States, including their establishment, growth, and eventual decline.The book begins by providing background information on the Jesuit order and their mission to spread the Catholic faith throughout the world. It then focuses on the Jesuit missions in North America, describing the challenges faced by the missionaries as they attempted to convert the indigenous peoples of the continent.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Jesuits' interactions with Native American tribes, their efforts to establish settlements and build churches, and their struggles against disease, famine, and hostile European powers. It also discusses the impact of the Jesuit missions on the cultures and societies of the indigenous peoples, as well as the legacy of the missions in North America.Overall, The Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle Of The Cross In The Wilderness is a fascinating and informative historical account of one of the most significant religious and cultural movements in North American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Jesuits, the Catholic Church, or the indigenous peoples of North America.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.

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