Richard Henry Tierney, Priest of the Society of Jesus

'Richard Henry Tierney, Priest of the Society of Jesus' is a comprehensive biographical account of one of the most influential American Jesuits of the early twentieth century. Authored by Francis X. Talbot, this work explores the life and spiritual journey of Father Richard Henry Tierney, a man whose dedication to the Society of Jesus and the Catholic Church left an indelible mark on religious journalism and social advocacy.The narrative traces Tierney’s evolution from his formative years to his impactful tenure as the editor-in-chief of 'America' magazine. Through detailed analysis, the book highlights his courageous stance on international religious freedom, particularly during the Mexican Revolution, and his extensive efforts in humanitarian aid. As a central figure in the intellectual and social life of the American Catholic community, Tierney’s story is intertwined with the broader history of the Jesuit order in the United States. This biography serves as both a tribute to a devoted priest and a valuable historical document detailing the challenges and triumphs of the Catholic faith during a period of significant global upheaval.This work has been selected by scholars as being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 may 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.