by Venerable Father Jacques Sevin, S.J.

english edition by Ave Crux Translations

The foundational book for Catholic Scouting, Father Sevin's study of Scouting principles and explanation of their practice, adapting and correcting them to have integrated Catholic purpose and to promote not merely values but virtues, and how Scouting can be inculturated for French sensibilities, and also for every nation and people.

This translation is based on the 1924 edition, with critical review of the 1922 and 1933 editions.

Every Scout Leader can benefit from Father Sevin's documentary study and application of Scouting principles.

Available now for the first time in the English language.

Contents include:

• History of Sir Baden-Powell and the Scouting Movement

• Christian Religion is the Basis of Scouting

• Scouting Pedagogy: The Promise and The Law

• Founding a Troop & Forming the Scoutmaster

• The Scout's Ranks and Progression

• The Patrol System  & The Badge System

• The Great Outdoors & Camping

• Sociological and Educational Influences of the Movement in England

• Sea Scouting

• Scouting for youngsters: the Wolf-Cubs 

• Scouting for life: the Wayfarers

• Scouting for Girls? Beginnings of the Guide Movement

• French adaptations: education, boarding schools, parishes, national character

• What is the spirit of Scouting? The Christian spirit

• Why Catholic Scouting?

• Moral dangers to the Catholic Scout and how to overcome them

• How to address opponents of Scouting

• Why you should join and promote the Catholic Scouting movement

Also in this new English edition:

• poetry and songs adapted into the English language

• rare English-language source material from articles researched by Father Sevin

• comprehensive explanatory footnotes for the contemporary reader

• consideration of Catholic Scouts' successes and failures in the USA during the past century

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For direct allocation donations, the estimated fair market value of one copy is $40.

For international donations, this book can be printed in or near your country. No additional value is requested for international donations promoting this book.