Publisher's Synopsis
The Cross and the Dragon is a historical account of the fortunes of Christianity in China, written by John Kesson. The book provides a detailed overview of the Christian missions and missionaries in China, starting from the earliest days of Christianity in the country up until the 19th century.The book covers the arrival of the first Christian missionaries in China, the spread of Christianity, and the challenges faced by the missionaries in their efforts to convert the Chinese people. It also delves into the political and social context of the time, including the Opium Wars and the Boxer Rebellion, and their impact on the Christian missions in China.The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official reports, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the history of Christianity in China. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the history of China, or the history of missionary work.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.
