The Life of Father de Smet, Sj: Apostle of the Rocky Mountains

The Life of Father Dr Smet is a fascinating account of this Jesuit priest`s incredible work bringing the Catholic faith to thousands of North American Indians. The book describes the many hazardous journeys amounting to over two hundred thousand miles and the many trials and deprivations. Father De Smet experienced in the service of God. The reader is amazed at the energy and determination that this simple priest exhibits in bringing Christ to the Plains Indians. The book also gives a clear picture of how the Indians could be corrupted and taken advantage of by white men and the American government. This book is a highly recommended read.

This book is so great and I received it very quickly. If you want to know about a great Priest who evangelized the natives, read this book. The book also has insights to what the natives were like and how they responded to Catholicism. This helps to clear up the notion that some people think the Natives were treated horribly and that their culture was stamped out. Catholicism takes only the good and elevates it as is shown by the life and fortitude of Fr. De Smet!

Take a minute and look this man up. See how many thousand of miles he traveled in the American West in the 1800's, hundreds of thousands. Look how many times he sailed back to Europe even meeting with Pope. Unbelievable man and story but bet you have never heard about him. Makes all western heros and super man types look like the one of the three stooges.

This biography of a saintly Catholic missionary who worked with American Indians in 19th century was written in 1915 by another priest. Many historical photos reproduced in the book. Very valuable book.

I'm looking for information concerning my ancestor Joseph Desmet Lewis 1805-1899 He was an interpreter and guide for father DeSmet. I didn't find any information here it was well worth the time to read this book.