Love For China: Exemplified In Memorials Of Mary Gunson (1865)

By George Piercy

Book Overview

Love For China: Exemplified In Memorials Of Mary Gunson (1865) is a book written by George Piercy that tells the story of Mary Gunson, a Christian missionary who dedicated her life to serving the people of China. The book is a collection of memorials written by her friends and colleagues after her death, which provide a detailed account of her life and work in China.Mary Gunson was born in England in 1828 and was inspired to become a missionary after hearing the stories of missionaries who had traveled to China. She arrived in China in 1851 and spent the next 14 years working tirelessly to spread the gospel and provide medical care to the local people. She faced many challenges during her time in China, including language barriers, cultural differences, and political unrest.Despite these challenges, Mary Gunson remained committed to her mission and was loved and respected by the people she served. She established a hospital in Shanghai and trained local women to become nurses and midwives. She also worked to improve the lives of women and children in China, advocating for better education and healthcare.Love For China: Exemplified In Memorials Of Mary Gunson (1865) is a tribute to Mary Gunson's life and work and serves as an inspiration to others who seek to make a positive difference in the world. It is a testament to the power of love and compassion in the face of adversity and a reminder of the enduring impact that one person can have on the lives of others.The First Female Teacher In Connection With The Wesleyan Methodist Mission At Canton.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: 1166284522
• ISBN13: 9781166284527
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"