The Life of St. Andrew Bobola of the Society of Jesus, Martyr (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258050627)

The Life of St. Andrew Bobola of the Society of Jesus, Martyr is a biographical account of the life and death of St. Andrew Bobola, a Jesuit priest who was martyred for his faith in Poland in the 17th century. Written by Louis Gallagher, this book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of Bobola's life, from his early years as a Jesuit novice to his missionary work in Poland and his eventual martyrdom at the hands of the Cossacks.Through extensive research and first-hand accounts, Gallagher paints a vivid picture of Bobola's life and the turbulent political and religious climate of Poland during his time. The book explores Bobola's role in the Counter-Reformation movement and his efforts to convert the Orthodox population of Poland to Catholicism. It also delves into his relationships with his fellow Jesuits and the local Polish nobility, as well as his unyielding commitment to his faith and his willingness to suffer and die for it.Overall, The Life of St. Andrew Bobola of the Society of Jesus, Martyr is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's unwavering faith and dedication to his mission, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the Jesuit order, or the rich cultural heritage of Poland.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: Louis Gallagher, Paul V. Donovan
ISBN-10: 1258050625
ISBN-13: 9781258050627
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2011
Pages: 270
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d