Dr. Grant and the Mountain Nestorians (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432620257)

""Dr. Grant and the Mountain Nestorians"" is a book written by Reverend Thomas Laurie. It is a historical account of the travels and experiences of Dr. Asahel Grant, an American medical missionary, in the mountains of Kurdistan and the surrounding areas in the mid-19th century. The book describes the challenges faced by Dr. Grant and his team as they worked to provide medical care and spread Christianity to the local Nestorian communities. It also provides insights into the culture and customs of the region, as well as the political and social climate of the time. The book is based on the journals and letters of Dr. Grant, as well as interviews with people who knew him. It is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known chapter in the history of Christian missions and medical work in the Middle East.1853. With portrait, map of the country, illustrations, etc. Partial Contents: Parentage; Decision to be a Missionary; Smyrna; The Nestorians; Arrival at Oroomiah; Interest in the Mountains; Journey to Mesopotamia and Assyria; First Journey in the Mountains; Mr. Ainsworth; Third Visit to the Mountains; Journey of Messrs. Hinsdale and Mitchell; Journey to Oroomiah; Fourth Journey through the Mountains; Visit of Mr. Hinsdale to the Mountains; Fifth Visit to the Mountains; Visit to Badir Khan Bey; Commencement of the Storm; Courtesy Between Missionary Societies; and Plan to Return to America.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: Reverend Thomas Laurie
ISBN-10: 1432620258
ISBN-13: 9781432620257
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/20/2004
Pages: 424
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.74lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d