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Follow the spread of 19th‑century missions across the South Seas and see how faith reshaped whole cultures.
This nonfiction account traces how missionary work entered Samoa, the Friendly Islands, Fiji, and nearby lands. It highlights the people, moves, and milestones that turned distant islands into centers of language work, Bible translation, and church life, while showing the social changes that followed.
- See how scriptures were translated and institutions built to sustain the faith.
- Learn about key missions and their leaders, from the London Missionary Society to the Wesleyans.
- Understand the dramatic shifts in local life, including abolishing practiced idolatry and cannibalism, and new patterns of worship.
- Get a grounded view of the challenges, strategies, and long-term impact of mission work in the Pacific.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive history of the growth and impact of Protestant missions in various regions around the world. The author offers a detailed account of the motivations, successes, and challenges faced by missionaries in spreading Christianity across different cultures and continents, examining the efforts of notable missionary societies and individuals who played key roles in this movement. The book also explores the historical context of these missions, discussing the political, social, and religious factors that influenced their development. Through its in-depth analysis and extensive research, this book sheds light on the complex dynamics of missionary work, highlighting its profound effects on both the sending and receiving communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330398739_0
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