Missionary History Of The Pacific Northwest

Missionary History Of The Pacific Northwest: Containing The Wonderful Story Of Jason Lee (1899) is a book written by Harvey K. Hines. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Christian missionary work in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. The main focus of the book is on the life and accomplishments of Jason Lee, a Methodist missionary who played a crucial role in the establishment of Christianity in the region.The book begins with a brief overview of the history of the Pacific Northwest, including the arrival of European explorers and the subsequent colonization of the area. It then moves on to discuss the early Christian missionaries who came to the region, including the Catholic priests who established missions among the native tribes.The bulk of the book is devoted to the life and work of Jason Lee, who arrived in the Pacific Northwest in 1834. Lee was a tireless advocate for the Christian faith, and he worked tirelessly to establish churches and schools throughout the region. He also played a key role in negotiating treaties between the United States government and the native tribes, and he was instrumental in the establishment of the Oregon Territory.Throughout the book, Hines provides a detailed and engaging account of the challenges that faced the early Christian missionaries in the Pacific Northwest. He also highlights the many successes and accomplishments of these missionaries, including their efforts to improve the lives of the native tribes and to spread the Christian faith throughout the region.Overall, Missionary History Of The Pacific Northwest: Containing The Wonderful Story Of Jason Lee (1899) is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the history of Christian missionary work in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Pacific Northwest, the Christian faith, or the history of the United States in general.With Sketches Of Many Of His Co-Laborers, All Illustrating Life On The Plains And In The Mountains In Pioneer Days.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.