History Of The Early Missions In Western Canada (1893)

By William Richard Harris

Book Overview

""History of the Early Missions in Western Canada"" is a book written by William Richard Harris and published in 1893. The book provides a detailed account of the early missions established in Western Canada by various religious orders, including the Jesuits, Oblates, and Grey Nuns. It covers the period from the arrival of the first missionaries in the 17th century to the mid-19th century.The book describes the challenges faced by the missionaries in their efforts to convert the indigenous people to Christianity and establish settlements in the region. It also provides insights into the daily lives of the missionaries and the communities they served. The book includes numerous historical documents, such as letters, journals, and reports, which provide a firsthand account of the events and people involved in the early missions.Overall, ""History of the Early Missions in Western Canada"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Western Canada, the role of religion in the region's development, and the experiences of the early missionaries who played a significant role in shaping the region's history.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: 1164033980
• ISBN13: 9781164033981
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"