The Society For The Propagation Of The Faith: Its Foundation, Organization And Success, 1822-1922 (1922) - Paperback

by Edward John Hickey (Author)

""The Society For The Propagation Of The Faith: Its Foundation, Organization And Success, 1822-1922"" is a historical book written by Edward John Hickey in 1922. The book explores the history of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, which was founded in 1822 by a group of French Catholics with the aim of spreading the Catholic faith throughout the world. Hickey provides a detailed account of the organization's founding, its early years, and its growth and success over the course of a century. He also delves into the challenges faced by the organization, including financial difficulties and opposition from governments and other religious groups. Throughout the book, Hickey highlights the key figures who played a role in the Society's success, including its founders, missionaries, and benefactors. He also explores the impact of the Society's work on the Catholic Church and the wider world, including the growth of Catholicism in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Overall, ""The Society For The Propagation Of The Faith: Its Foundation, Organization And Success, 1822-1922"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look at one of the most important Catholic organizations of the 19th and early 20th centuries, and its impact on the spread of the Catholic faith around 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.