In The Footprints Of The Good Shepherd

In The Footprints Of The Good Shepherd: New York, 1857-1907 is a historical book written by Katherine E. Conway and published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Good Shepherd Sisters, a Catholic religious order that was founded in France in 1835 and later established in New York in 1857. The author traces the journey of the Good Shepherd Sisters in New York, from their humble beginnings to their growth and expansion in the late 19th century. The book also sheds light on the challenges faced by the Sisters as they worked to provide shelter and care for women and girls who were victims of abuse, poverty, and social injustice. The author draws on a variety of sources, including personal accounts, historical records, and newspaper articles, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the Good Shepherd Sisters' work in New York. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Catholic religious orders, women's history, and social justice movements in the United States.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.