9781331387787 - Catholic Problems in Western Canada (Classic Reprint) de Daly, George Thomas (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, published in 1920, explores religious, social, and educational problems that emerged in Canada's Western provinces in the years preceding the First World War. In these sparsely populated regions, the author highlights the difficulties faced by the Catholic Church as it sought to serve a diverse immigrant population and expand its reach. The author argues that the influx of settlers from various nations and backgrounds, coupled with vast distances and harsh climatic conditions, created obstacles to Catholic communities' growth and cohesion. The absence of established Catholic traditions and infrastructure in these new settlements further compounded the challenge of maintaining the faith among dispersed and isolated believers. Beyond religious matters, the book also delves into social and educational issues that affected the well-being of Western Canadians. The author emphasizes the importance of a Catholic presence in addressing these concerns, advocating for greater cooperation and organization among Catholics in the East to support their Western counterparts. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable historical account of the challenges faced by the Catholic Church in Western Canada during a period of rapid societal change, while also providing insights into the broader social and cultural dynamics of the region during this era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.