St. Charles Seminary, Overbrook A History of the Theological Seminary of St. Charles Borromeo, Overbrook, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1832-1943

St. Charles Seminary, Overbrook: A History Of The Theological Seminary Of St. Charles Borromeo, Overbrook, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1832-1943 is a comprehensive account of the theological seminary of St. Charles Borromeo, located in Overbrook, Philadelphia. Written by George Edward O'Donnell, the book covers the history of the seminary from its founding in 1832 until 1943. The book delves into the origins of the seminary and its early years, including the challenges it faced during the Civil War and the subsequent growth and development of the institution. It also explores the role of the seminary in the Catholic Church and its impact on the surrounding community.Throughout the book, O'Donnell provides detailed descriptions of the faculty, staff, and students who have passed through the seminary over the years. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help bring the history of the institution to life.Overall, St. Charles Seminary, Overbrook: A History Of The Theological Seminary Of St. Charles Borromeo, Overbrook, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1832-1943 is a fascinating and informative look at one of the most important theological seminaries in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in America.In Two Volumes. Volume 1, 1832-1943; Volume 2, 1943-1953.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.