""The Centenary of The Society of Mary: A Retrospect and Historical Sketches"" by John E. Garvin is a book that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the founding of The Society of Mary, also known as the Marist Fathers, in Canada. The book provides a detailed historical account of the society's origins, growth, and development, as well as the impact it had on the Catholic Church in Canada and beyond. The author, John E. Garvin, draws upon various sources, including personal accounts, letters, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive overview of the society's journey over the past century. The book also includes profiles of key figures who played a significant role in the society's formation and expansion. Overall, ""The Centenary of The Society of Mary"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in Canada and the role of religious orders in shaping its [...] 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.