Publisher's Synopsis
The Missionary's Daughter: A Memoir of Lucy Goodale Thurston, of the Sandwich Islands is a book published by the American Tract Society in 1842. The book is a memoir of Lucy Goodale Thurston, who was the daughter of American missionaries who lived in the Sandwich Islands (now known as Hawaii) during the early 19th century. The book details Lucy's life growing up in the Sandwich Islands, her education, and her eventual marriage to another missionary named Asa Thurston. The book also describes the challenges that the Thurston family faced while living in the Sandwich Islands, including cultural differences, disease, and political unrest. Throughout the book, Lucy is portrayed as a devoted Christian who is committed to spreading the gospel and helping the people of the Sandwich Islands. The book includes many anecdotes and stories that illustrate Lucy's character and her dedication to her faith. Overall, The Missionary's Daughter provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a missionary family in the early 19th century, and it offers a unique perspective on the history of the Sandwich Islands. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of American missionaries and their families during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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.
