Publisher's Synopsis
Henry Martyn: Apostle to the Mohammedans is a biographical account of the life of Henry Martyn, a British missionary who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity to the Muslim world in the early 19th century. Written by Amy K. Lopez, the book chronicles Martyn's journey from his early life in Cornwall, England to his education at Cambridge University, where he became a devout Christian and felt called to missionary work.Martyn's first mission was to India, where he spent several years studying the language and culture of the people he hoped to reach. He then traveled to Persia, where he translated the New Testament into Persian and engaged in debates with Muslim scholars. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, including illness and political turmoil, Martyn remained committed to his mission and continued to spread the gospel until his death at the age of 31.Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Lopez paints a compelling portrait of Martyn's life and work, highlighting his courage, dedication, and unwavering faith in the face of adversity. The book also provides valuable insights into the historical and cultural context of Martyn's mission, shedding light on the complex relationship between Christianity and Islam in the 19th century. Overall, Henry Martyn: Apostle to the Mohammedans is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's extraordinary journey to share his faith with the world.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.