Martin I. J. Griffin / Martin IJGriffin
The History of Michael Egan, First Bishop of Philadelphia is a book written by Martin Ignatius Joseph Griffin and published in 1893. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of Michael Egan, who was the first bishop of Philadelphia. The author delves into Egan’s early life, his education, his ordination as a priest, and his appointment as bishop. The book also covers Egan’s contributions to the Catholic Church in Philadelphia, including his efforts to establish schools, churches, and charitable organizations. The author also discusses Egan’s relationships with other prominent figures in the Catholic Church, including Pope Pius IX and Archbishop John Hughes of New York. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia and the life of one of its most influential leaders.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.
