Memoir Of The Reverend William Shaw

Memoir Of The Reverend William Shaw is a book that recounts the life of the Reverend William Shaw, who was a prominent figure in the Wesleyan Mission in Southeastern Africa. The book was written by Shaw himself and was published in 1875, shortly after his death.The book begins with a brief overview of Shaw's early life and education in England, where he was born in 1798. It then describes his decision to become a missionary and his journey to South Africa in 1820, where he spent the rest of his life.The bulk of the book focuses on Shaw's work as a missionary in Southeastern Africa, where he was instrumental in establishing the Wesleyan Mission and spreading Christianity throughout the region. He describes his interactions with the local people, including the Xhosa and Zulu tribes, and his efforts to learn their languages and customs.Shaw also provides a detailed account of the political and social conditions in Southeastern Africa during his time there, including the wars between the various tribes and the impact of European colonization on the region.Throughout the book, Shaw reflects on his own personal struggles and challenges as a missionary, including his struggles with illness and his efforts to reconcile his faith with the realities of life in Africa.Overall, Memoir Of The Reverend William Shaw provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a pioneering missionary in Southeastern Africa 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.