Publisher's Synopsis
Social Christianity In The Orient: The Story Of A Man, A Mission And A Movement by John Everett Clough is a detailed account of the development of social Christianity in the Orient, particularly in China and Japan, during the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and work of Dr. Sherwood Eddy, an American missionary who played a key role in promoting social Christianity in the region. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the social, political, and economic conditions in China and Japan during the early 20th century, and how they influenced the development of social Christianity in the region. It also explores the various challenges and obstacles faced by Dr. Eddy and other social Christians in their efforts to promote social reform and improve the lives of the people in the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of social Christianity in the Orient. Some of the topics covered in the book include the role of Christian missions in social reform, the relationship between Christianity and nationalism, the impact of social Christianity on education and healthcare, and the challenges faced by social Christians in promoting their message in a largely non-Christian society.Overall, Social Christianity In The Orient: The Story Of A Man, A Mission And A Movement is a well-researched and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the history of social Christianity in the Orient. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, social reform, or the development of modern Asia.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.