The Story Of Mary Aikenhead: Foundress Of The Irish Sisters Of Charity (1897)

By Maria Nethercott

Book Overview

The Story of Mary Aikenhead: Foundress of the Irish Sisters of Charity is a biography written by Maria Nethercott in 1897. The book tells the inspiring story of Mary Aikenhead, a woman who dedicated her life to serving the poor and sick in Ireland during the 19th century. Mary Aikenhead was born into a wealthy family in 1787, but she felt a calling to serve others from a young age. She founded the Irish Sisters of Charity in 1815, a religious order dedicated to caring for the sick and poor. The order quickly grew in size and influence, and Mary Aikenhead became a beloved figure in Ireland for her selfless dedication to those in need. The book provides a detailed account of Mary Aikenhead's life, including her struggles and triumphs as she worked to establish the Irish Sisters of Charity. It also explores the social and political context of Ireland during this time, including the devastating effects of poverty and disease. Overall, The Story of Mary Aikenhead is a powerful tribute to a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to serving others. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, religious orders, or the role of women in society.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: 1104400782
• ISBN13: 9781104400781
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"