Catholic Pittsfield And Berkshire (1897)

Catholic Pittsfield and Berkshire (1897) is a historical book written by Katherine Frances Mullaney. The book explores the Catholic Church's presence in Pittsfield and Berkshire County, Massachusetts, from the early 1800s to the late 1800s. Mullaney provides a detailed account of the Catholic Church's establishment in the region, including the founding of the first Catholic church in Pittsfield and the arrival of the first Catholic priests.The book also delves into the lives of notable Catholics in Pittsfield and Berkshire County, including Bishop John J. Williams and Father John J. McCoy. Mullaney provides insight into the challenges faced by Catholics in the region, including discrimination and persecution, and how they overcame these obstacles to establish a strong Catholic community.Catholic Pittsfield and Berkshire (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in Massachusetts, particularly in the Pittsfield and Berkshire County area. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of early Catholics in the region.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.