Publisher's Synopsis
Outlines of Missionary History by Alfred DeWitt Mason, first published in 1912, is a comprehensive account of the history of Christian missions from the early Church to the early 20th century. The book is divided into 28 chapters, each covering a different period or aspect of missionary activity. Beginning with the early Church and the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, the book moves on to explore the work of missionaries in the Middle Ages, including the conversion of the Vikings and the establishment of the Jesuit order. It then covers the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent expansion of European empires, which led to the spread of Christianity to the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The book also examines the challenges faced by missionaries, including opposition from local rulers and the difficulties of adapting Christianity to different cultural contexts. It discusses the role of women in missionary work, as well as the impact of missionary activity on colonialism and imperialism. Throughout the book, Mason emphasizes the importance of the missionary movement in shaping the modern world and promoting social and cultural change. He also highlights the contributions of individual missionaries, such as William Carey, Hudson Taylor, and David Livingstone. Outlines of Missionary History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions and their impact on global history and culture.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.
