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The Apostle Of Alaska: Life Of The Most Reverend Charles John Seghers

The Apostle Of Alaska: Life Of The Most Reverend Charles John Seghers

Mildred, Mary
Cody, John C.

Hardcover

Religious BiographiesCatholicismRegional: Pacific Northwest

ISBN10: 1436704707
ISBN13: 9781436704700
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 13 2008
Pages: 308
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Apostle of Alaska: Life of the Most Reverend Charles John Seghers is a biographical work that explores the life and legacy of Charles John Seghers, a prominent figure in the history of the Catholic Church in Alaska. Written by Mildred and Mary, the book provides a comprehensive account of Seghers' life, from his early years in Belgium to his time as a missionary in Alaska. The authors draw on a wide range of primary sources, including Seghers' personal diaries and letters, to paint a vivid picture of his experiences in the remote and challenging landscape of the Alaskan frontier. The book also delves into Seghers' relationships with other key figures in the history of the region, including Native Alaskan leaders and Russian Orthodox clergy. Throughout the text, Mildred and Mary offer insights into the cultural and religious context of Seghers' work, highlighting the challenges and successes he encountered as he sought to spread the Catholic faith in a largely non-Christian environment. Overall, The Apostle of Alaska is a compelling and informative read that sheds new light on the life and impact of one of Alaska's most influential 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.

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