A Concise History of Missions

By Edwin Munsell Bliss

Book Overview

A Concise History of Missions is a book written by Edwin Munsell Bliss in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Christian missions, from the time of the apostles to the late 19th century. It covers the spread of Christianity throughout the world, including Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific time period or region. The chapters are organized chronologically, beginning with the early church and ending with the modern missionary movement. The author provides detailed accounts of the lives and work of notable missionaries, including Francis Xavier, William Carey, and David Livingstone.Bliss also discusses the challenges and obstacles faced by missionaries, such as cultural differences, language barriers, and political unrest. He examines the impact of missions on the societies they encountered, including the spread of education and healthcare, as well as the influence of Christianity on local customs and traditions.Overall, A Concise History of Missions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions and the impact of Christianity on global culture and society. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the challenges and triumphs of missionaries throughout history.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: 1104591545
• ISBN13: 9781104591540
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"