Memoir Of Asahel Grant: Missionary To The Nestorians (1847)

By Asahel Grant

Book Overview

Memoir Of Asahel Grant: Missionary To The Nestorians (1847) is a book written by Asahel Grant, an American missionary who traveled to the Middle East in the early 19th century to spread Christianity. The book is a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his time in the region, particularly among the Nestorian Christians of Persia (modern-day Iran).Grant describes the challenges he faced as a missionary, including language barriers, cultural differences, and political unrest. He also provides insights into the daily lives and customs of the Nestorian people, as well as their religious beliefs and practices.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Grant's life, from his early years in America to his travels and work in the Middle East. It includes personal anecdotes, letters, and diary entries that offer a glimpse into the missionary's thoughts and feelings.Overall, Memoir Of Asahel Grant: Missionary To The Nestorians (1847) is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the experiences of American missionaries in the Middle East during the 19th century, as well as the lives of the Nestorian Christians of Persia.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: 1120002192
• ISBN13: 9781120002198
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"