Oral History Analysis: American Missionaries in Modern Chinese History

Author: Qi Xiaoxin
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: This book uses English historical materials from the United States as research material, studying and analyzing the Christian missionary activities in China by Americans from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. The history of American missionaries' activities in China is not only related to the national relations between the two countries but also to their people-to-people exchanges and cultural interactions. Based on research and investigation of oral history resources left by a group of American missionaries, the book analyzes and records the U.S.-China history and bilateral relations history of a specific historical period, particularly the rich popular cultural content inherent in the oral history. At the same time, the author conducted field research in China, using comprehensive materials to delve into the impact of missionary activities on China, the collision between Christian culture and Chinese culture, and the reasons for the rise and decline of the missionary movement.