Publisher's Synopsis
""Damien, Martyr of Molokai"" is a biographical account of the life and work of Father Damien, a Belgian Catholic priest who dedicated his life to serving the leper colony on the island of Molokai in Hawaii. Written by Raymond J. G. Prindiville, the book explores Damien's journey from his early years as a missionary in Hawaii to his selfless work with the lepers on Molokai, where he ultimately contracted the disease himself and died.The book delves into Damien's tireless efforts to provide medical care, build homes and schools, and create a sense of community among the lepers, who had been shunned and isolated from society. It also explores the challenges he faced from the Church hierarchy, who initially opposed his work, and the political and social climate of Hawaii at the time.Throughout the book, Prindiville paints a vivid picture of Damien's character, his unyielding faith, and his unwavering commitment to the lepers of Molokai. He also examines the impact of Damien's work on the Church and society at large, and how his legacy has continued to inspire generations of people around the world.Overall, ""Damien, Martyr of Molokai"" is a powerful and moving tribute to one of the most courageous and compassionate figures in the history of Catholicism, and a testament to the transformative power of selfless service and love.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.
