Publisher's Synopsis
Cardinal Gibbons: Churchman And Citizen is a biographical account of the life and works of James Gibbons, an American Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. Written by Albert E. Smith and first published in 1921, the book traces Gibbons' journey from his humble beginnings as a son of Irish immigrants to his rise as one of the most influential figures in American Catholicism. The book explores Gibbons' role as a churchman and his contributions to the growth of the Catholic Church in America during a time of intense anti-Catholic sentiment. It also highlights his commitment to social justice and his advocacy for the rights of workers, immigrants, and minorities. Smith delves into Gibbons' relationships with prominent figures of his time, including Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson, and his role in shaping American politics and culture. Overall, Cardinal Gibbons: Churchman And Citizen provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of a remarkable man whose legacy continues to influence American Catholicism and social justice movements to this day.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.
