The Knights of Columbus

An Illustrated History

Andrew T. Walther (Andrew T. Walther), Maureen H. Walther (Maureen H. Walther)

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Square One Publishers
01 June 2020

History of the Americas; History of religion; Christianity; Christian institutions & organisations; Religious institutions & organisations

"From its 1882 founding by a handful of men from a small, predominantly Irish Catholic parish in New Haven, Connecticut, the Knights of Columbus has grown to an international brotherhood of nearly 2 million members across North America and throughout the world. Formed by Father Michael J. McGivney with the men of his parish, the new fraternal organisation was committed to the principles of charity and unity, while supporting the faith and financial viability of its members and their families. From its earliest days, the organisation made the case that one could be both a good Catholic and a true American citizen, pushing back against the religious discrimination that was all too common. It would soon grow into an organisation whose members supported one another while, also, contributing to their parishes, their communities, their countries and the world.

Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of beautiful photos, THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS presents the story of this remarkable organisation - and the many ways in which it has helped individuals, while, also, helping shape American and world history at key moments.

In nearly a century and a half, since its humble beginnings, the Knights of Columbus has touched the lives of countless individuals - Catholic and non-Catholic - in communities around the world. Through war and peace, it has remained the ""strong right arm of the Catholic Church,"" helping its neighbours next door and around the world with help and hope, faith and freedom."

By: Andrew T. Walther (Andrew T. Walther), Maureen H. Walther (Maureen H. Walther)
Imprint: Square One Publishers
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 305mm, Width: 229mm,
Weight: 2g
ISBN: 9780757003080
ISBN 10: 0757003087
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 01 June 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Andrew T. Walther has worked at the Knights of Columbus since 2005 and now serves as Vice President for Communications and Strategic Planning. Maureen H. Walther served for ten years as Special Assistant to the CEO of the Knights of Columbus working on research, writing and publishing projects.

Reviews for The Knights of Columbus: An Illustrated History

A richly illustrated and entertaining history of the Knights of Columbus . . . focuse[es] not only on the inner workings of the Knights and their mission, but also on their interaction with the wider church and society, including popes and presidents. The authors enrich the flow of text with countless photos, a number of inset sidebars, and a series of 'Notable Knight' minibiographies, including such diverse individuals as Babe Ruth and Sargent Shriver . . . this history does its primary job well: introducing lay readers to the Knights and providing devotees with an informative resource for casual browsing or more serious study. An approachable, worthwhile history of a venerable Catholic brotherhood. [Full-color throughout.] --KIRKUS REVIEWS