A moving look at a dedicated medical missionary who bridged world cultures in inland China.
This memorial draws from his letters and diaries to share the life and work of Harold Schofield, a physician who joined the China Inland Mission and served in Shan-si. Readers will follow his hopes, challenges, and quiet, steady resolve to serve others.
This edition presents a portrait of a man shaped by study, travel, and faith. It highlights the early life, medical training, and overseas service that together mapped a path from Oxford to the frontiers of China, offering a window into the practical realities of mission life in the late 19th century."Sinopsis" puede pertenecer a otra edición de este libro.
Excerpt from Memorials of R. Harold a Schofield (Late of the China Inland Mission), First Medical Missionary to Shan-Si, China
My object in writing this Christmas letter is to implore you all to consider those here who are sitting in darkness and the shadow of death.'
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the life story of Harold Schofield, a brilliant Oxford and London graduate who, despite his academic success, decided to devote his life to serving as a medical missionary in China. Through personal letters, diaries, and recollections from friends and family, the author paints a vivid portrait of a man whose life was defined by his unwavering faith and dedication to helping others. The book explores the historical and social context in which Schofield lived, examining the challenges and rewards of missionary work in 19th-century China. It delves into the complexities of Schofield's character, highlighting his struggles and triumphs as he navigated the often-harsh realities of life in a foreign land. Ultimately, this book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the power of faith, the importance of service, and the lasting impact of one man's commitment to making a difference in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331759294_0
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