Publisher's Synopsis
""History and Ecclesiastical Relations of the Churches of the Presbyterial Order, at Amoy, China"" is a book written by John Van Nest Talmage in 1863. The book is a detailed account of the history and religious practices of the Presbyterian churches in Amoy, China. Talmage, who was a missionary in China, provides a comprehensive overview of the establishment and growth of the Presbyterian church in Amoy, as well as its relationship with other Christian denominations and the Chinese government. The book also includes descriptions of the social and cultural context in which the churches operated, including the impact of Confucianism and other Chinese religions. Talmage's work offers valuable insights into the history of Christianity in China and the challenges faced by missionaries in spreading their message in a foreign culture. Overall, ""History and Ecclesiastical Relations of the Churches of the Presbyterial Order, at Amoy, China"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in China or the broader history of Christian missions.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.
