The Pilgrim of Our Lady of Martyrs (Classic Reprint): A Wild-Flower Wreath for Mary

This captivating collection of historical accounts shines a light on the Jesuit missions in New France during the 17th century. Beginning with the year 1632, Jesuit missionaries arrived in New France with the goal of converting the local tribes to Christianity in addition to bolstering the presence of the French monarchy, whose influence on the continent was only beginning to take hold. The author, a renowned expert on Jesuit history, provides ample evidence of the tremendous obstacles faced by these missionaries, including the region's extreme climate, the inherent dangers of traversing vast wilderness, and the resisting spiritual beliefs of the indigenous peoples themselves. Through meticulous research, the author masterfully illuminates the apostolic zeal that drove these early missionaries, whose self-sacrificing efforts would ultimately prove foundational for the growth of the Catholic Church in Canada. Read more