Life Of James Henderson: Medical Missionary In China (1873) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104799564)

The book ""Life of James Henderson: Medical Missionary in China (1873)"" is a biographical account of the life and experiences of James Henderson, who was a medical missionary in China during the 19th century. The book is written by Henderson himself and provides an intimate and detailed look into his life, including his upbringing, education, and decision to become a medical missionary.The book also covers Henderson's experiences in China, including his work as a doctor and his interactions with the local people. Henderson describes the challenges he faced in adapting to a new culture and language, as well as the difficulties he encountered in treating patients with limited resources.Throughout the book, Henderson shares his personal reflections on his faith and the role of Christianity in his work as a medical missionary. He also provides insights into the political and social climate of China during his time there, including the impact of the Opium Wars and the Taiping Rebellion.Overall, ""Life of James Henderson: Medical Missionary in China (1873)"" is a fascinating and insightful account of the life of a medical missionary in China during an important period in the country's history. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of missionary work and provides valuable insights into the cultural and political context of China during the 19th century.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: James Henderson
ISBN-10: 1104799561
ISBN-13: 9781104799564
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/17/2009
Pages: 206
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d