The Land Of Sinim: Or China And Chinese Missions
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ISBN10: 1163234931
ISBN13: 9781163234938
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163234938
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Land of Sinim: Or China and Chinese Missions is a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and religion of China, as well as the Christian missionary movement in the country. Written by William Gillespie, a Scottish Presbyterian missionary who spent over 30 years in China, the book provides a detailed analysis of the Chinese people and their customs, beliefs, and practices. It also explores the challenges and successes of Christian evangelism in China, including the impact of Western imperialism and the resistance of traditional Chinese culture. Through his personal experiences and observations, Gillespie offers a unique perspective on the complex relationship between China and the West, as well as the ongoing struggle for religious and cultural identity in modern China. Overall, The Land of Sinim is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of China, as well as the role of Christianity in shaping the country's past and present.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.
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