Bishop Patteson: The Martyr Of Melanesia (1895)

By Jesse Page

Book Overview

Bishop Patteson: The Martyr of Melanesia is a biography written by Jesse Page and first published in 1895. The book tells the story of John Coleridge Patteson, an English missionary who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity in the Melanesian Islands.The book begins by tracing Patteson's early life and education, including his studies at Oxford University and his decision to become a missionary. It then follows his journey to the South Pacific, where he spent over twenty years working among the islanders.Throughout the book, Page describes Patteson's tireless efforts to learn the languages and customs of the Melanesian people, as well as his commitment to improving their lives through education and healthcare. The book also highlights Patteson's deep faith and his unwavering commitment to his mission, even in the face of danger and persecution.The final chapters of the book focus on Patteson's tragic death, which occurred when he was attacked by a group of islanders who had been mistreated by European traders. Page recounts the events leading up to Patteson's death in vivid detail, and pays tribute to his legacy as a martyr and a hero of the Christian faith.Overall, Bishop Patteson: The Martyr of Melanesia is a compelling and inspiring account of one man's selfless dedication to a cause he believed in, and a testament to the enduring power of faith and compassion.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: 1164161644
• ISBN13: 9781164161646
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"