Father Rowland: A North American Tale (1841)

By Charles Constantine Pise

Book Overview

Father Rowland: A North American Tale is a novel written by Charles Constantine Pise and published in 1841. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of Father Rowland, a Catholic priest who travels to the United States from Europe to spread the gospel and build a church.As he settles into his new home in a small town in North America, Father Rowland faces many challenges. He must navigate the prejudices and suspicions of the Protestant community, as well as the corrupt local government officials who seek to undermine his efforts.Despite these obstacles, Father Rowland remains committed to his mission and works tirelessly to build a church and convert the local population to Catholicism. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a wealthy landowner who becomes his patron, a young woman who falls in love with him, and a group of Native Americans who seek his guidance.The novel explores themes of faith, love, and perseverance, and offers a vivid portrayal of life in early 19th century North America. It also provides a fascinating glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of the Catholic Church in the United States during this period.Overall, Father Rowland: A North American Tale is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on American history and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166452875
• ISBN13: 9781166452872
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"