History of Michael Egan, First Bishop of Philadelphia (1893)

By Martin I.J. Griffin

Book Overview

The History of Michael Egan, First Bishop of Philadelphia is a book written by Martin Ignatius Joseph Griffin in 1893. It is a detailed account of the life and achievements of Michael Egan, who was the first bishop of Philadelphia. The book covers Egan's early life, his education, his time as a priest, and his appointment as bishop. It also explores the challenges he faced during his tenure, including the anti-Catholic sentiment that was prevalent at the time. The author provides insight into Egan's leadership style and his efforts to establish a strong Catholic community in Philadelphia. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in America and the role of Michael Egan in its development.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: 1165473720
• ISBN13: 9781165473724
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"