Life Of The Abbe Adrien Roquette: Chahta-Ima (1913)

Life Of The Abbe Adrien Roquette: Chahta-Ima (1913) is a biographical book written by Mrs. S. B. Elder. The book tells the story of the life of Abbe Adrien Roquette, a French Catholic priest who lived and worked among the Choctaw Native Americans in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Roquette's experiences as a missionary in the Choctaw Nation, including his efforts to establish churches, schools, and hospitals for the Choctaw people. It also explores Roquette's personal life, including his struggles with illness and his relationships with other missionaries and members of the Choctaw community.Through the life of Abbe Adrien Roquette, the book offers insights into the complex historical and cultural dynamics of the Choctaw Nation during the 19th century. It also sheds light on the role of religion and spirituality in the lives of both the Choctaw people and the European missionaries who sought to convert them.Overall, Life Of The Abbe Adrien Roquette: Chahta-Ima (1913) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Native American communities, the history of Catholic missions in North America, or the intersection of religion and culture.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.