Publisher's Synopsis
Forty Years In South China is a book that chronicles the life of Reverend John Van Nest Talmage, written by Reverend John Gerardus Fagg. Talmage was a Christian missionary who spent forty years in South China, spreading the gospel and working to improve the lives of the people there. The book covers his early life, his decision to become a missionary, and his experiences in China, including his interactions with the local people, his struggles with illness and persecution, and his successes in establishing churches and schools. Through Talmage's story, the book provides insight into the challenges and rewards of missionary work, as well as the cultural and political context of South China in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Overall, Forty Years In South China is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's dedication to his faith and his mission, and his impact on the lives of those he encountered.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.
