Publisher's Synopsis
Forty Years In South China is a biography of Reverend John Van Nest Talmage, written by Reverend John Gerardus Fagg. The book tells the story of Talmage's life and work as a Christian missionary in South China for forty years. It covers his early life, education, and journey to China, as well as his experiences living and working in the region.The book provides a detailed account of Talmage's missionary work, including his efforts to spread Christianity and establish churches in the region. It also covers his interactions with the local people, including his efforts to learn the language and customs of the Chinese people.Throughout the book, Fagg provides a rich and detailed description of the culture, geography, and people of South China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He also offers insights into the challenges and rewards of missionary work, and the impact that Talmage had on the people he served.Overall, Forty Years In South China is a fascinating and insightful biography of a dedicated Christian missionary and his life's work in a foreign land. It provides a unique perspective on the history and culture of South China, and offers valuable insights into the challenges and rewards 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.
