The Life and Letters of Samuel Wells Williams, Ll.D.: Missionary, Diplomatist, Sinologue

By Frederick Wells Williams

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of Samuel Wells Williams: Missionary, Diplomatist, Sinologue is a biographical work written by Frederick Wells Williams about his grandfather, Samuel Wells Williams. Samuel Wells Williams was a prominent American missionary, diplomat, and sinologist who lived during the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of his life, from his early years as a missionary in China to his later career as a diplomat and scholar.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Samuel Wells Williams' life. The first section focuses on his early years as a missionary in China, where he worked to spread Christianity and learn about the Chinese language and culture. The second section covers his time as a diplomat, during which he served as the US consul in China and played a key role in negotiating treaties between the US and China.The book also includes a section of letters written by Samuel Wells Williams, which provide insight into his personal life and relationships. These letters cover a wide range of topics, from his experiences as a missionary to his thoughts on Chinese culture and politics.Overall, The Life and Letters of Samuel Wells Williams: Missionary, Diplomatist, Sinologue provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of a remarkable individual who played a significant role in the history of American-Chinese relations. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in China, the development of US-China relations, or the study of Chinese language and culture.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: 1432655426
• ISBN13: 9781432655426
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"