In The Far East: Letters From Geraldine Guinness In China (1889)

In The Far East: Letters From Geraldine Guinness In China (1889) is a book that contains a collection of letters written by Geraldine Guinness, a missionary who lived and worked in China during the late 19th century. The letters, which were addressed to her family and friends back in England, provide a unique and personal perspective on life in China during this period, as well as insights into the challenges and rewards of missionary work.The book is edited by Lucy Evangeline Guinness, who was also a missionary and the daughter of the famous evangelist, Henry Grattan Guinness. In her introduction, Lucy explains that she compiled the letters in order to share her sister's experiences with a wider audience and to inspire others to consider missionary work.The letters themselves cover a wide range of topics, including descriptions of daily life in China, encounters with local people, and reflections on the challenges of learning a new language and culture. Geraldine also writes about her work as a missionary, including her efforts to establish a school for Chinese girls and her experiences preaching the gospel in remote villages.Overall, In The Far East: Letters From Geraldine Guinness In China (1889) provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a missionary in China during a period of great change and upheaval. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions, as well as those interested in the history and culture of China.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.