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Fifty Years in Madagascar: Personal Experiences of Mission Life and Work

by James Sibree
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781025656021
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 414
  • Original Price: GBP 29.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 753 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Christian Ministry / Missions

"Fifty Years in Madagascar; Personal Experiences of Mission Life and Work" is an extensive and deeply personal account of missionary endeavors and cultural observation on the island of Madagascar during a period of profound social and political transition. Written by James Sibree, a distinguished missionary and architect who spent five decades on the island, this work provides an invaluable perspective on the intersection of Christian faith, education, and Malagasy traditions.

Throughout the narrative, Sibree chronicles the evolution of mission life from the mid-19th century into the early 20th century. The book offers detailed insights into the challenges and triumphs of establishing schools, churches, and infrastructure, while also providing meticulous descriptions of the island's unique natural history and geography. Beyond its religious focus, Sibree's observations serve as a vital historical record of the Malagasy people, capturing their customs, language, and the shifting political landscape under both local and colonial influences.

This work stands as both a memoir of a life devoted to service and a scholarly contribution to the study of East Africa. "Fifty Years in Madagascar; Personal Experiences of Mission Life and Work" is an essential resource for those interested in the history of global missions, the development of Madagascar, and the complexities of cross-cultural engagement.

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