Publisher's Synopsis
Love for China: Exemplified in Memorials of Mary Gunson (1865) is a book written by George Piercy, which tells the story of Mary Gunson, a Christian missionary who lived and worked in China during the 19th century. The book is a collection of memorials and letters written by Mary's family and friends after her death, which provide insight into her life and work in China, as well as her deep love and commitment to the country and its people. Through these memorials, Piercy paints a vivid picture of Mary's experiences as a missionary, including her struggles with illness, her efforts to learn the Chinese language and culture, and her work in establishing schools and churches. The book also explores the broader context of Christian missionary work in China during the 19th century, and the challenges and opportunities that missionaries faced in their efforts to spread the gospel and help the Chinese people. Overall, Love for China is a moving tribute to Mary Gunson and her dedication to the people of China, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of Christian missions during a pivotal period in Chinese history.The First Female Teacher In Connection With The Wesleyan Methodist Mission At Canton.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.
