Memoir Of Reverend Gordon Hall: One Of The First Missionaries Of The American Board Of Commissions For Foreign Missions At Bombay (1834)

By Horatio Bardwell

Book Overview

Memoir Of Reverend Gordon Hall: One Of The First Missionaries Of The American Board Of Commissions For Foreign Missions At Bombay (1834) is a historical account of the life and work of Reverend Gordon Hall, who was one of the first American missionaries to be sent to Bombay, India in the early 19th century. Written by Horatio Bardwell, this memoir provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of Hall's life, from his early years in rural Massachusetts to his eventual journey to India as a missionary.The book covers a range of topics, including Hall's religious upbringing, his education at Williams College and Andover Theological Seminary, and his decision to become a missionary. It also delves into the challenges that Hall faced upon arriving in Bombay, including cultural differences, language barriers, and the difficulties of spreading Christianity in a predominantly Hindu society.Throughout the memoir, Bardwell provides insight into Hall's character and personality, describing him as a deeply committed and compassionate individual who was dedicated to his work and the people he served. The book also includes excerpts from Hall's personal journals and letters, which offer a firsthand account of his experiences in India and provide a valuable historical perspective on the early years of American missionary work in the region.Overall, Memoir Of Reverend Gordon Hall: One Of The First Missionaries Of The American Board Of Commissions For Foreign Missions At Bombay (1834) is an informative and engaging read that sheds light on an important chapter in the history of American missionary work and the spread of Christianity in India.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: 1437095364
• ISBN13: 9781437095364
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"