""James Alphonsus McMaster: A Study In American Thought"" by Mary Augustine Kwitchen is a comprehensive exploration of the life and ideas of James Alphonsus McMaster, a prominent American journalist and editor in the late 19th century. The book delves into McMaster's early life, his education, and his career as a journalist, editor, and publisher. Kwitchen also examines McMaster's political and religious beliefs, including his staunch support for the Catholic Church and his opposition to liberalism and modernism. The book provides a detailed analysis of McMaster's writings, including his newspaper articles, editorials, and books, and explores his influence on American thought and culture. Through her meticulous research and insightful analysis, Kwitchen offers a fascinating portrait of a complex and influential figure in American history.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.