The Makers of Canada: Bishop Laval by Adrien Leblond
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| Author | Leblond, Adrien, 1854-1939 |
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| Title | The Makers of Canada: Bishop Laval |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Makers of Canada: Bishop Laval" by Adrien Leblond is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work details the life and contributions of François de Laval, the first Bishop of Quebec, and his pivotal role in establishing the Catholic Church in Canada during the 17th century. The book examines the challenges he faced in evangelizing a largely indigenous population and the socio-political dynamics of his time. The beginning of the book sets the stage for understanding the arduous task of establishing Christianity in New France. It describes the courageous endeavors of early missionaries, including the Récollets and Jesuits, who ventured into the unknown Canadian wilderness to spread their faith. Laval's emergence as a significant figure is highlighted, emphasizing his dedication and the administrative challenges he encountered while establishing the Church's authority in the region. Key elements such as the tension between the Church and colonial governance, the establishment of missions, and the cultural interactions between European settlers and indigenous tribes are introduced, laying a strong historical foundation for the narrative that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) |
| Subject | Laval, François de, 1623-1708 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17174 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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