Prince Of Democracy: James Cardinal Gibbons

By Arline Boucher Tehan and Arline Boucher

Book Overview

""Prince of Democracy: James Cardinal Gibbons"" by Arline Boucher is a biography of James Cardinal Gibbons, an American Catholic prelate who served as the Archbishop of Baltimore from 1877 until his death in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of Gibbons' life, from his early years as the son of Irish immigrants to his rise to prominence as a leader in the Catholic Church and a champion of democracy in America. The author explores Gibbons' role in shaping the Catholic Church's relationship with the United States government, including his advocacy for religious freedom and his involvement in labor and social justice issues. Boucher also delves into Gibbons' personal life, including his close relationships with prominent figures such as Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson. Overall, ""Prince of Democracy"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of James Cardinal Gibbons, shedding light on his contributions to American Catholicism and his impact on the broader political and social landscape of the United States.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: 116382397X
• ISBN13: 9781163823972
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"