The Story of John G. Paton; Or, Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals

"The Story of John G. Paton; Or, Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals" by John Gibson Paton is a biography narrating the extraordinary life of John G. Paton, a 19th-century missionary who ventured to the New Hebrides to convert cannibalistic tribes to Christianity. The book starts with young Paton's upbringing in Scotland, raised in a deeply religious family that instilled strong values of faith and diligence. It traces his educational path, personal trials, and the pivotal decision to become a missionary; the narrative emphasizes the challenges he overcame and the sacrifices made for his spiritual calling, as he responded to what he believed was divine purpose and a sense of duty to spread his faith, even in the face of grave danger.