Padre Pro Hardback - 2011

Padre Pro is a biography of the Mexican martyr, Father Miguel Pro, written by Fanchon Royer. The book tells the story of Father Pro's life, from his childhood in a devout Catholic family to his calling to the priesthood and his eventual execution by the Mexican government in 1927.Father Pro was a charismatic and beloved priest who used his wit and humor to spread the message of the Gospel, even in the face of persecution and danger. He was a staunch opponent of the Mexican government's anticlerical policies, which sought to suppress the Catholic Church in Mexico.The book chronicles Father Pro's many acts of bravery and heroism, including his daring escape from prison and his clandestine ministry to the faithful during a time when the practice of Catholicism was outlawed in Mexico. The book also explores the political and social context of Father Pro's life, shedding light on the complex and often violent history of Mexico during the early 20th century.Overall, Padre Pro is a compelling and inspiring account of a man who lived and died for his faith, and who continues to inspire Catholics around the world today.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.