Seven Years In Sierra Leone

By Arthur Tappan Pierson

Book Overview

Seven Years in Sierra Leone is a memoir written by Arthur T. Pierson, an American missionary who spent seven years (1871-1878) in Sierra Leone, West Africa. The book provides a detailed account of Pierson's experiences living among the native people of Sierra Leone and his efforts to spread Christianity in the region.Pierson's narrative begins with his journey to Sierra Leone and his initial impressions of the country, its people, and its culture. He then goes on to describe his interactions with the local population, including the difficulties he faced in communicating with them due to language barriers and cultural differences.Throughout the book, Pierson also provides insights into the social and political landscape of Sierra Leone during the late 19th century, including the impact of the slave trade, the presence of European colonial powers, and the role of Christianity in shaping the country's future.Seven Years in Sierra Leone is a fascinating account of one man's journey to a foreign land, and his efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of those he encountered. It offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of Sierra Leone, and sheds light on the challenges faced by early Christian missionaries in Africa.The Story Of The Work Of William A. B. Johnson Missionary Of The Church Missionary Society From 1816 To 1823 In Regent's Town, Sierra Leone, Africa.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: 1162927895
• ISBN13: 9781162927893
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"