Home Letters From China

By Gordon Poteat

"Home Letters From China" offers a personal and insightful look into the life of a Christian missionary during a transformative period in Chinese history. Written by Gordon Poteat, these collected letters provide an intimate record of his experiences, observations, and spiritual reflections while serving in China in the early 1920s. Through his correspondence, Poteat explores the intersection of Western religious thought and Chinese culture, documenting the challenges and rewards of mission work during a time of significant social and political change.

The work serves as a valuable primary source for understanding the Southern Baptist Convention's outreach efforts and the broader landscape of American Protestant missions in Asia. Poteat's narrative is filled with vivid details of daily life, the complexities of cross-cultural communication, and the enduring commitment of those seeking to share their faith in a foreign land. "Home Letters From China" is not only a religious chronicle but also a historical testament to the interactions between East and West, making it essential reading for those interested in missiology, Asian history, and the history of the Christian church.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025716833
• ISBN13: 9781025716831
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"