Missionary Reminiscences: Or Jamaica Retraced (1856)

By Philip Henry Cornford

Book Overview

Missionary Reminiscences: Or Jamaica Retraced is a book written by Philip Henry Cornford in 1856. The book is a collection of personal accounts and reflections of the author's experiences as a missionary in Jamaica during the mid-19th century. Cornford recounts his interactions with the local people, his struggles with the language and culture, and the challenges he faced in spreading the gospel in a foreign land. He also provides insights into the social and political climate of Jamaica at the time, including the impact of slavery and the efforts to promote education and religious freedom. The book offers a unique perspective on the history of Jamaica and the role of missionaries in shaping its culture and society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Jamaica, the history of Christianity, or the history of missionary work.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: 1165590352
• ISBN13: 9781165590353
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"