The Island Mission : Being A History of the Melanesian Mission from Its Commencement (1869)

By: William Macintosh Publisher

The Island Mission: Being A History Of The Melanesian Mission From Its Commencement (1869) is a book written by William Macintosh, which provides a comprehensive account of the Melanesian Mission from its inception. The book is published by an unknown publisher.The Melanesian Mission was a Christian missionary organization established in the late 19th century with the aim of spreading Christianity and Western education to the indigenous people of Melanesia, a region in the South Pacific. The Island Mission chronicles the history of this mission, from its establishment in 1869 to its growth and expansion over the years.The book provides a detailed account of the various challenges faced by the missionaries in their efforts to spread Christianity in Melanesia. It highlights the difficulties of language and cultural barriers, as well as the dangers posed by tropical diseases and hostile tribes.The Island Mission also sheds light on the lives of the missionaries, their dedication, and their sacrifices in the pursuit of their mission. It features stories of their interactions with the indigenous people, their efforts to learn the local languages, and their attempts to understand the local customs and traditions.Overall, The Island Mission is a fascinating and informative book that provides a glimpse into the history of Christian missionary work in Melanesia. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions, the history of Melanesia, or the history of colonialism in the South Pacific.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120036801
• ISBN13: 9781120036803
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"