Publisher's Synopsis
Silver Jubilee Memorial: Convent Of Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart, Oakland, California, 1868-1893 (1893) is a historical book written by the Convent Of Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart, which details the first twenty-five years of the convent's existence. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the establishment of the convent in Oakland, California, in 1868, and the various challenges and triumphs that the nuns experienced during the first quarter-century of their existence. The Silver Jubilee Memorial includes a detailed account of the convent's founding, the establishment of its various ministries, and the many charitable works that the nuns have undertaken over the years. The book also features numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as biographical sketches of the various nuns who have served at the convent over the years. Overall, Silver Jubilee Memorial: Convent Of Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart, Oakland, California, 1868-1893 (1893) is a fascinating and informative historical document that sheds light on the early years of one of California's most important religious institutions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
