I thought my followers might gain some insight on a review of my book by a fellow blogger and RRBC member.
Our Lady of Victory
by Shirley Harris Slaughter chronicles the short history of a Black #Catholic Church in Detroit. Within its pages, we not only learn about some of the pastors of the flock, but also hear many personal anecdotal memories culled from interviews with former members.
Parts I & II are heavily laced with those memories, while Parts III & IV delve into more objective history. Although references are used throughout the book.
I’m not sure how to classify this book. Sometimes it reads like a subjective memoir, and at other times it reads like an objective history (I’m using the word “objective” on account of the citations made). I don’t mean this as a criticism, just an observation.
It is a sad yet triumphant story that reminds us of the accomplishments that real people can make as a community without reliance on the outside. However, and quite sadly…
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