Memoir Of David Tappan Stoddard

Memoir of David Tappan Stoddard: Missionary to the Nestorians is a book written by Joseph Parrish Thompson and published in 1859. The book tells the story of David Tappan Stoddard, who was a missionary to the Nestorians in the Middle East during the mid-19th century. The memoir begins by providing a brief background of Stoddard's life before he became a missionary. It then goes on to describe his journey to the Middle East and the challenges he faced in his mission work. The book also provides insight into the culture and beliefs of the Nestorians, a Christian sect in the region.Stoddard's work as a missionary was not without its difficulties. He faced opposition from both the Muslim authorities and the Nestorian church leaders. Despite these challenges, Stoddard remained committed to his work and was able to make significant progress in his mission.The memoir also provides a glimpse into Stoddard's personal life, including his marriage to fellow missionary Fidelia Fiske. The couple worked together to establish a school for Nestorian children, which became a cornerstone of their mission work.Overall, Memoir of David Tappan Stoddard: Missionary to the Nestorians is a fascinating account of one man's dedication to spreading Christianity in a challenging and unfamiliar environment. It provides valuable insight into the history and culture of the Middle East during the mid-19th century and the challenges faced by early Christian missionaries.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.