""The National Pastorals of the American Hierarchy, 1792-1919"" is a comprehensive study of the pastoral letters written by the American Catholic bishops during the period of 1792-1919. The author, Peter Keenan Guilday, examines the historical context and theological content of these pastoral letters, which were issued by the bishops to address various issues and challenges facing the Catholic Church in America.Guilday's analysis covers a wide range of topics addressed in the pastoral letters, including social justice, religious freedom, education, and the role of the laity in the Church. He also explores the evolving relationship between the Catholic Church and the American government, as well as the Church's response to major events such as the Civil War and World War I.Through his meticulous research and insightful analysis, Guilday provides a valuable resource for scholars and students of American Catholic history, as well as anyone interested in the intersection of religion and politics in American society. The book is an important contribution to the understanding of the development of the American Catholic Church and its role in shaping the country's social and political landscape.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.