Publisher's Synopsis
""Edward Nangle, The Apostle of Achill: A Memoir and a History"" is a book written by Henry Seddall in 1884. The book is a detailed account of the life and work of Edward Nangle, an Irish Protestant missionary who dedicated his life to evangelizing the people of Achill Island in County Mayo, Ireland. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a memoir of Nangle's life, written by Seddall. It covers Nangle's early years, his conversion to Christianity, and his decision to become a missionary. The memoir also details Nangle's work on Achill Island, where he established a mission station and built schools, churches, and other facilities to help the local people. The second part of the book is a history of the Achill Mission, also written by Seddall. This section provides a detailed account of the mission's founding, growth, and impact on the local community. It covers the challenges faced by Nangle and his fellow missionaries, including opposition from the Catholic Church and the difficult living conditions on the island. Overall, ""Edward Nangle, The Apostle of Achill: A Memoir and a History"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and work of an important figure in Irish Protestant missionary history. It provides valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of missionary work in nineteenth-century Ireland, as well as the impact of Christianity on the local community.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.
