A Light Shining: The Life And Letters Of Mother Mary Joseph Dallmer (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432583729)

A Light Shining: The Life And Letters Of Mother Mary Joseph Dallmer is a biography written by S. M. Johnston. The book tells the inspiring story of Mother Mary Joseph Dallmer, a Catholic nun who dedicated her life to serving others. The biography is based on her personal letters, which provide an intimate look into her life and the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated world.Born in 1881 in Wisconsin, Mother Mary Joseph Dallmer entered the convent at a young age and spent several decades working as a teacher and administrator in Catholic schools across the United States. She was known for her dedication to her students and her commitment to social justice, particularly in the area of education for women.Throughout her life, Mother Mary Joseph faced many obstacles, including illness, financial difficulties, and opposition from those who did not believe in the importance of educating women. However, she persevered, and her legacy is still felt today in the many schools and organizations she helped to establish.A Light Shining is a moving tribute to a remarkable woman who lived her life with courage, compassion, and unwavering faith. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Catholic education in the United States, as well as those who are inspired by stories of individuals who have made a difference in the world.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: S. M. Johnston
ISBN-10: 1432583727
ISBN-13: 9781432583729
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 428
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.95d