Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life And Letters Of Janet Erskine Stuart, Superior General Of The Society Of The Sacred Heart: 1857-1914"" is a biography written by Maud Monahan, published in 1922. It chronicles the life and achievements of Janet Erskine Stuart, who was the Superior General of the Society of the Sacred Heart from 1911 until her death in 1914. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Stuart's life. It begins with her childhood and education, tracing her journey from her birth in 1857 to her entry into the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1877. The subsequent chapters delve into her life as a nun, her work as an educator, and her leadership of the Society of the Sacred Heart. The book draws heavily on Stuart's personal correspondence, including letters she wrote to her family, friends, and fellow nuns. These letters provide a unique insight into Stuart's personality, her beliefs, and her leadership style. Overall, ""Life And Letters Of Janet Erskine Stuart, Superior General Of The Society Of The Sacred Heart: 1857-1914"" is a comprehensive biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of a remarkable woman who played a significant role in the history of the Society of the Sacred Heart.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.