A Great Heart of the South, John T. Anderson Medical Missionary (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417935529)

""A Great Heart of the South"" is a biographical account of the life and work of John T. Anderson, a medical missionary from the southern United States. Written by Gordon Poteat, the book chronicles Anderson's journey from his childhood in rural North Carolina to his work as a doctor and missionary in China during the early 20th century. The book details Anderson's struggles and triumphs as he navigates the challenges of practicing medicine in a foreign country and working to spread the Christian faith. It also explores Anderson's personal life, including his marriage to fellow missionary Mary Rankin and the couple's efforts to raise their children in a foreign land.Throughout the book, Poteat provides historical context for Anderson's work, discussing the political and social climate of China during the time period and the impact of Christianity on the country. He also highlights Anderson's dedication to his patients and his unwavering commitment to his faith, painting a portrait of a man who truly embodied the spirit of a medical missionary.Overall, ""A Great Heart of the South"" is a moving tribute to the life and legacy of John T. Anderson, a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the gospel.1921. A memoir of John T. Anderson, a missionary in China. Contents: The Yang Tze River; Early Indications of Character; At Furman; Beginning the Study of Medicine; The First Year in Kentucky; The Last Year in the University; A Hospital Intern; Into the Far East; Yang Chow and Beyond.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.

Author: Gordon Poteat
ISBN-10: 1417935529
ISBN-13: 9781417935529
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/26/2004
Pages: 132
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d