Discover the remarkable life of Elizabeth Blayley Seton in "The First American Sister of Charity, Elizabeth Blayley Seton" by John Clement Reville. This biography explores the journey of a woman who would become the first native-born American to be canonized as a saint. From her early life as a prominent socialite in New York City to her conversion to Catholicism and the establishment of the Sisters of Charity in the United States, Seton's story is one of faith, resilience, and profound dedication to serving others. Reville's account provides insight into Seton's personal struggles, her unwavering commitment to her religious calling, and her lasting impact on American Catholicism. This biography offers a compelling portrait of a woman whose legacy continues to inspire. A valuable resource for those interested in religious history, the history of women in America, and the lives of influential figures in the Catholic Church. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.