Pioneer Monks In Nova Scotia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432582876)

Pioneer Monks in Nova Scotia is a historical book written by Luke Schrepfer. The book tells the story of the monks who were among the first settlers in Nova Scotia, Canada. These monks were members of the Trappist order, a Catholic monastic order known for their strict adherence to silence and contemplative prayer. The book follows the journey of these monks as they leave their home in France and travel to Nova Scotia in the mid-19th century. The monks faced many challenges as they established their monastery in the wilderness of Nova Scotia, including harsh weather conditions, limited resources, and cultural differences.Despite these challenges, the monks persevered and built a thriving community in Nova Scotia. They established a successful dairy farm, developed a reputation for producing high-quality cheese, and became an important part of the local community.Pioneer Monks in Nova Scotia provides a detailed and engaging account of the history of the Trappist monks in Nova Scotia. The book is well-researched and includes many primary sources, such as letters and journals written by the monks themselves. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism in Canada, monasticism, or the history of Nova Scotia.History Of The Monastery At Tracdie Founded By French Trappists In 1825 As Petit Clairvaux And Re-Opened In 1938 By The Augustian Fathers To Become St. Augustrine's.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: Luke Schrepfer
ISBN-10: 1432582879
ISBN-13: 9781432582876
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d