Publisher's Synopsis
""The Pearl of Troyes or Reminiscences of the Early Days of Ville-Marie: Revealed to Us in the Heroic Life of Sister Marguerite Bourgeoys"" is a historical book written by the Congregation of Notre Dame in 1878. The book focuses on the life of Sister Marguerite Bourgeoys, a French nun who played a crucial role in the establishment of Ville-Marie (present-day Montreal) in the 17th century. The book provides a detailed account of the early days of Ville-Marie, including the challenges faced by the settlers and the role played by Sister Bourgeoys in the development of the city. The book also sheds light on the religious and social customs of the time, providing a fascinating insight into the early history of Canada. Overall, ""The Pearl of Troyes"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in Canadian history or the role of women in early colonial societies.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.
