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. The book begins with an introduction to the mission and its objectives, which were to spread Christianity and education to the people of Melanesia.Macintosh then delves into the early history of the mission, describing its establishment in 1861 and the challenges faced by the missionaries as they attempted to establish a foothold in the region. He also provides a detailed account of the various islands and communities that the mission worked with, including the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and Fiji.Throughout the book, Macintosh provides a wealth of information about the culture, customs, and beliefs of the Melanesian people, as well as the challenges faced by the missionaries as they attempted to convert them to Christianity. He also describes the various educational programs that were established as part of the mission, including the establishment of schools and the training of local teachers.Overall, The Island Mission: Being A History Of The Melanesian Mission From Its Commencement (1869) provides an insightful and informative account of the Melanesian Mission and its impact on the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions, as well as the history and culture of Melanesia.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: 1166313719
• ISBN13: 9781166313715
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"