Journal Of A Three Years' Residence In Abyssinia: In Furtherance Of The Objects Of The Church Missionary Society (1834) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165435302)

""Journal of a Three Years' Residence in Abyssinia"" is a book written by Samuel Gobat, first published in 1834. The book is a personal account of Gobat's experiences during his three-year stay in Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) as a missionary for the Church Missionary Society. The book provides a detailed description of the country, its people, culture, and customs, as well as the challenges and successes of the missionary work. Gobat recounts his encounters with local rulers, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, and the various tribes and ethnic groups he encountered during his travels. The book also includes observations on the natural history of Abyssinia, including its flora and fauna, geology, and climate. Gobat's journal is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the social, cultural, and political conditions of Abyssinia in the early 19th century. Overall, ""Journal of a Three Years' Residence in Abyssinia"" is a fascinating account of a missionary's experiences in a foreign land, and an important historical record of Abyssinia during a period of political and social change.To Which Is Added, A Brief History Of The Church In Abyssinia.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: Samuel Gobat
ISBN-10: 1165435306
ISBN-13: 9781165435302
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 432
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d