Pioneer Work in Hunan by Adam Dorward

Pioneer Work in Hunan by Adam Dorward and Other Missionaries of the China Inland Mission (1906) is a historical account of the early Christian missionary work in Hunan province, China. The book is written by Marshall Broomhall, a British missionary who served with the China Inland Mission (CIM) during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book provides a detailed description of the challenges faced by the early Christian missionaries in Hunan, including the language barrier, cultural differences, and the hostility of the local population towards foreigners. The book also highlights the remarkable achievements of the CIM missionaries, who were able to establish Christian communities in a region where Christianity was virtually unknown.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the missionary work in Hunan. The first chapter provides an overview of the history and geography of Hunan, while the second chapter describes the early efforts of the CIM missionaries to establish a foothold in the province. Subsequent chapters focus on the challenges faced by the missionaries, including the persecution of Christians by the local authorities, the difficulties of evangelizing in a rural and isolated region, and the need to adapt to the customs and traditions of the local people.Overall, Pioneer Work in Hunan by Adam Dorward and Other Missionaries of the China Inland Mission (1906) provides a fascinating insight into the early Christian missionary work in China, and the challenges faced by those who sought to spread the Christian message in a foreign land. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese history, Christian missions, or the cultural exchange between East and West.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.