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.
- Learn about the daily rhythms of medical mission work and language study in a foreign land.
- See how a physician-missionary engaged with local communities and adapted to diverse cultural contexts.
- Experience the personal faith, perseverance, and partnerships that sustained long-term overseas service.
- Gain historical insight into the broader Christian missionary movement in China during this era.
Ideal for readers of missionary biographies and those interested in the history of medical missions and China in the late 1800s.
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Paperback. Condition: 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331759294_0
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