A Herald Of The Great King Stephen Eckert (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163162460)

""A Herald of the Great King: Stephen Eckert"" is a biographical book written by Berchmans Bittle. The book tells the story of Stephen Eckert, a Catholic missionary who dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel in the United States. Eckert was born in Germany in the 19th century and traveled to America as a young man to serve as a priest. He worked tirelessly to establish Catholic churches and schools in the Midwest, often facing opposition and hostility from anti-Catholic groups. Despite these challenges, Eckert remained committed to his mission and was known for his compassion and dedication to his community. The book provides a detailed account of Eckert's life, including his early years in Germany, his journey to America, and his work as a missionary. It also explores the historical and cultural context of his time, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by Catholic immigrants in the United States. Overall, ""A Herald of the Great King: Stephen Eckert"" is a compelling and inspiring account of one man's devotion to his faith and his community, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism in America.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.

Author: Berchmans Bittle
ISBN-10: 1163162469
ISBN-13: 9781163162460
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d