Lacordaire (1913)

By Paul-Gabriel D'Haussonville

Book Overview

Lacordaire (1913) is a biographical work written by D'Haussonville, Comte, which provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of Jean-Baptiste Henri-Dominique Lacordaire, a prominent French theologian and preacher of the 19th century. The book chronicles Lacordaire's journey from his childhood in the aftermath of the French Revolution to his eventual rise as one of the most influential figures in the Catholic Church.D'Haussonville's work explores Lacordaire's early life, his education, and his conversion to Catholicism. The book also delves into Lacordaire's role in the revival of the Dominican Order in France, his involvement in the political and social movements of his time, and his contributions to the development of Catholic theology and philosophy.Throughout the book, D'Haussonville provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Lacordaire, highlighting his strengths, weaknesses, and contradictions. The author also contextualizes Lacordaire's life within the broader historical and cultural context of 19th century France, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by intellectuals and religious leaders during this period.Lacordaire (1913) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the intellectual and cultural history of 19th century France, or the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in Catholic theology and preaching.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: 1164090313
• ISBN13: 9781164090311
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"