Friendship and Loyalty

Where it surfaces

• The Bishop Chez Lui

  The deep bond between Latour and Vaillant is evident in their shared Christmas meal, mutual support, and affectionate banter.

• Book II: Missionary Journeys

  The growing friendship between Bishop Latour and Kit Carson, and the bond between Vaillant and Lujon, as well as the loyalty between the two priests.

• The White Mules

  The bond between Vaillant and Lujon, and Vaillant's insistence on securing a mule for his Bishop, demonstrating loyalty and camaraderie.

• The Lonely Road to Mora

  The growing bond between Bishop Latour and Kit Carson, based on mutual respect and shared values, is a central theme.

• II: Jacinto

  The growing bond between Latour and Jacinto is central, marked by mutual respect and quiet companionship, as the Bishop feels he is 'beginning to have some sort of human companionship with his Indian boy.'

• Book IV: Snake Root

  Latour's urgent ride to rescue Vaillant and Kit Carson's timely aid highlight deep bonds of friendship and loyalty.

• The Night at Pecos

  Latour's deep concern for Vaillant's health and his immediate journey to rescue him highlight their strong bond.

• Book VI: Doña Isabella

  The deep friendship between Latour, Vaillant, and the Olivares couple is central; Olivares supports Latour's dream, and the priests later defend Doña Isabella.

• Don Antonio

  Don Antonio's generous support of Latour's cathedral dream and the warm hospitality shown to the French priests exemplify deep friendship and loyalty.

• The Month of Mary

  Latour's journey to rescue Vaillant and their shared history highlight their deep bond.

• Spring in the Navajo Country

  The deep mutual respect and friendship between Bishop Latour and Eusabio, and the enduring bond between Latour and Father Vaillant.

• Book VIII: Gold Under Pike’s Peak

  The deep bond between Bishop Latour and Father Vaillant is central; Latour's gift of Angelica to accompany Contento symbolizes their loyalty and the pain of parting.

• III: Auspice Maria!

  The deep bond between Latour and Vaillant is tested by Vaillant's departure; Latour's loneliness and Vaillant's eventual realization of his friend's sacrifice highlight their enduring loyalty.

• Book IX: Death Comes for the Archbishop

  The deep bonds between Latour and Bernard Ducrot, and the loyalty of his old servants and the Native American community.

• V

  The deep, lifelong bond between Latour and Vaillant is central, from their secret departure to Latour's cherished memories and Vaillant's enduring influence.

• VI

  Eusabio's journey to visit the dying Archbishop underscores a deep, enduring friendship across cultural divides.