Archbishop Purcell and the Archdiocese of Cincinnati: A Study Based on Original Sources (1918)

Archbishop Purcell And The Archdiocese Of Cincinnati: A Study Based On Original Sources (1918) by Mary Agnes McCann is a historical account of the life and work of Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, the first Archbishop of Cincinnati. The book is based on original sources and provides a detailed look at the history of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati during the 19th century. McCann explores the challenges that Purcell faced as he worked to establish the Catholic Church in the Midwest, including the anti-Catholic sentiment that was prevalent at the time. The book also examines the role that Purcell played in the development of Catholic education and the establishment of religious orders in the Archdiocese. Overall, Archbishop Purcell And The Archdiocese Of Cincinnati is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in 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.