Henriette Delille: Rebellious Saint

by Elsie Martinez, Colette H. Stelly, Colette Stelly

Book Overview

Beginning in 1812, this biography follows the life of Henriette Delille, a free woman of color who founded the Sisters of the Holy Family. This examination recounts her spiritual journey and struggle to break free from French Quarter society, despite her family's protests. Instead, she chose to focus on the needs of the less fortunate, teaching such principles as chastity and obedience, until her death in 1862.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589808398
• ISBN13: 9781589808393
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7