Publisher's Synopsis
""The Cross-Bearers of the Saguenay"" is a historical novel written by Richard William Harris and published in 1920. The book is set in the early 17th century and follows the lives of the French Jesuit missionaries who came to Canada to spread Christianity among the indigenous people. The story is centered around the Saguenay River, a remote and rugged region in Quebec, where the Jesuits faced numerous challenges and dangers as they tried to convert the native people. The novel depicts the harsh living conditions, cultural clashes, and conflicts that arose between the Jesuits and the indigenous people. It also explores the personal struggles and spiritual journeys of the Jesuits as they faced persecution, illness, and death in their mission to bring the light of Christianity to the New World. Overall, ""The Cross-Bearers of the Saguenay"" is a captivating and insightful portrayal of the early history of Canada and the role of religion in shaping its cultural landscape.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.
