Publisher's Synopsis
The Missionary History of the Pacific Northwest is a book written by Harvey K. Hines in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of the Pacific Northwest, focusing on the amazing story of Jason Lee, a missionary who played a significant role in the development of the region.The book begins with an introduction to the Pacific Northwest, its geography, climate, and the various tribes of Native Americans that inhabited the region. It then proceeds to narrate the life of Jason Lee, who was born in Canada in 1803 and became a Methodist missionary in 1834.The book describes Lee's journey to the Pacific Northwest, his establishment of the first mission in the region, and his efforts to convert the Native Americans to Christianity. It also covers Lee's interactions with the Hudson's Bay Company, his advocacy for the Oregon Territory, and his role in the establishment of the Oregon Trail.The book also contains accounts of other missionaries who followed in Lee's footsteps, including his nephew, Daniel Lee, and the Whitman family. It discusses the challenges they faced, including disease, hostile Native American tribes, and the harsh environment.Overall, the Missionary History of the Pacific Northwest is an informative and engaging book that provides a detailed account of the early history of the region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Pacific Northwest or the role of missionaries in American history.With Sketches Of Many Of His Co-Laborers, All Illustrating Life On The Plains And In The Mountains In Pioneer Days.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.
