Publisher's Synopsis
The Life Of Patrick Augustine Feehan: Bishop Of Nashville, First Archbishop Of Chicago, 1829-1902 is a biographical book written by Cornelius James Kirkfleet in 1922. The book tells the story of Patrick Augustine Feehan, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Feehan served as the Bishop of Nashville before being appointed as the first Archbishop of Chicago. The book provides a detailed account of Feehan's life, from his childhood in Ireland to his rise to prominence in the Catholic Church in America. It covers his education, his ordination as a priest, and his various appointments within the Church. The book also explores Feehan's role in the development of the Catholic Church in America, particularly in Chicago, where he oversaw the construction of several important churches and institutions.Kirkfleet's biography draws on a range of sources, including Feehan's personal papers, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts of his life and work. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of one of the most important figures in the history of the Catholic Church in America.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.
