Black Robe: The Life of Pierre-Jean de Smet, Missionary, Explorer & PioneerOne of the first biographies of Father de Smet and his missionary work, written for the general reader, based on de Smet's letters and writings. De Smet was an early pioneer on the Oregon Trail, and founded missions throughout the Northwest. |
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