The Story Of Father Van Den Broek: A Study Of Holland And The Story Of The Early Settlement Of Wisconsin (1907) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164001515)

The Story of Father Van Den Broek is a historical study written by Mary Alphonsa Corry in 1907. The book explores the life and work of Father Van Den Broek, a Dutch Catholic priest who lived during the 19th century. Through his experiences, the book provides a detailed account of Holland, a region in the Netherlands, and the early settlement of Wisconsin in the United States.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Father Van Den Broek's life in Holland, including his education, ordination, and work as a missionary. The author provides a detailed description of the social, cultural, and religious landscape of Holland during the 19th century. The second part of the book explores Father Van Den Broek's work in Wisconsin, where he established several Catholic missions and worked to promote the Catholic faith among the settlers.Throughout the book, the author offers insights into the challenges faced by Father Van Den Broek and the early settlers of Wisconsin. She also examines the role of religion in shaping the culture and society of both Holland and Wisconsin. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the settlement of Wisconsin, or the cultural and social landscape of Holland during the 19th century.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: Mary Alphonsa Corry
ISBN-10: 1164001515
ISBN-13: 9781164001515
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.20d