"An outstanding contribution, this innovative work moves beyond the types of congregational histories that still dominate the field." Elizabeth Smyth, University of Toronto "The author brings to her work both the skills of a professional historian and an evident sympathy for the women whose story she elucidates." Richard Lebrun, University of Manitoba

An innovative approach to the history of women in religion that explores the intricate lives and apostolic work of the Oblate Sisters
Explores the intricate lives and apostolic work of the Oblate Sisters. This book demonstrates that the Sisters played an important role in building a French Canadian identity in Manitoba and Quebec and provides a glimpse into their complex relationship with the Oblate Fathers including their role as auxiliaries in the residential schools.
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An innovative approach to the history of women in religion that explores the intricate lives and apostolic work of the Oblate Sisters

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780773534186
Publisert
2008-11-17
Utgiver
McGill-Queen's University Press; McGill-Queen's University Press
Vekt
374 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
U, P, 05, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
248

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Om bidragsyterne

Rosa Bruno-Jofre est professeur et doyenne de la faculte d'education a l'universite Queen's.