Forty Years in South China: The Life of Rev. John Van Nest Talmage, D.D.

"Forty Years in South China: The Life of Rev. John Van Nest Talmage, D.D." by John Gerardus Fagg tells the remarkable story of a reverend who spent forty years in South China as a missionary. This biography explores his life, struggles, and unwavering dedication to spreading Christianity in a land filled with cultural differences and spiritual needs. The book emphasizes his enduring faith and commitment to his work and the opening introduces the reverend's background and gives the reader details of the author's connection to him. It gives an emotional glimpse into his challenges, including his confrontation of practices such as ancestral worship and infanticide, whilst highlighting his devotion to his purpose.