Father Gavazzi's Lectures In New York: Also The Life Of Father Gavazzi (1853)

By Alessandro Gavazzi

Book Overview

Father Gavazzi's Lectures in New York is a book that contains a series of lectures given by the Italian priest, Alessandro Gavazzi, during his visit to the United States in the mid-19th century. The lectures cover a range of topics related to the Catholic Church, including its history, practices, and controversies. Gavazzi was known for his fiery oratory style and his criticisms of the Church's hierarchy, and these lectures reflect his passionate and sometimes controversial views.In addition to the lectures themselves, the book also includes a biography of Gavazzi's life, tracing his journey from a Catholic priest in Italy to a prominent figure in the anti-papal movement in Europe. The biography provides context for Gavazzi's views and helps readers understand the historical and political context in which he was operating.Overall, Father Gavazzi's Lectures in New York is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the religious and political debates of the mid-19th century. It is also a testament to the power of public speaking and the impact that a single individual can have on public opinion.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120194938
• ISBN13: 9781120194930
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 298 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"