Christian Missions In China (1895)

By Charles Sumner Estes

Book Overview

Christian Missions in China is a historical book written by Charles Sumner Estes in 1895. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Christian missionary movement in China during the late 19th century. Estes, who was a missionary himself, writes about the challenges and successes of Christian missionaries in China, as well as the political and cultural environment in which they operated. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Christian missions in China. Estes begins by providing a brief history of the country and its people, as well as an overview of the various religions and philosophies that were prevalent at the time. He then delves into the history of Christian missions in China, tracing their origins back to the early 19th century and detailing the various denominations and organizations that were involved in the movement. Estes also explores the impact of Christian missions on Chinese society, including their role in education, medicine, and social reform. He discusses the challenges that missionaries faced, such as language barriers, cultural differences, and opposition from the Chinese government and traditional religious leaders. Throughout the book, Estes provides numerous examples of individual missionaries and their experiences in China, offering a personal and human perspective on the larger historical narrative. He also includes illustrations and photographs to help bring the story to life. Overall, Christian Missions in China is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions, Chinese history, or the intersection of religion and culture. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of a significant period in both Chinese and Christian history, and sheds light on the complex and often fraught relationship between Western missionaries and the people they sought to convert.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: 1164148311
• ISBN13: 9781164148319
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"