L'épopée blanche by Louis-Frédéric Rouquette
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"L'épopée blanche" by Louis-Frédéric Rouquette is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the profound journeys and sacrifices of French missionaries, specifically the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, who ventured into the harsh Canadian wilderness to spread Christianity among Indigenous peoples. The narrative is rich in detail, paying homage to these noble figures who abandoned worldly comforts to dedicate their lives to faith and charity. The opening of
the book introduces us to the author’s journey across Canada, detailing the landscapes and the challenges faced by those who sought to bring the Gospel to remote regions. Rouquette paints a vivid picture of the arduous conditions and the resilient spirit of the missionaries, particularly highlighting Mgr Grouard and the community of Oblates. He portrays the profound impact of these religious figures on local Indigenous tribes, emphasizing their commitment to care, civilization, and spiritual enlightenment amidst the stark and unforgiving environment of Northern Alberta. As the author reflects on their efforts, the reader is drawn into a narrative that values faith, sacrifice, and the human spirit’s capacity for compassion in the face of hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rouquette, Louis-Frédéric, 1884-1926 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Dubois, Louis-Ernest, 1856-1929 |
| Author of introduction, etc. | Rossum, Willem van, 1854-1932 |
| Title | L'épopée blanche |
| Original Publication | France: J. Ferenczi et fils, 1926. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- Missions -- Canada |
| Subject | Northwest Territories -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70801 |
| Release Date | May 19, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 306 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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