The Moravians in Labrador

"The Moravians in Labrador" by Anonymous is a historical narrative that chronicles the Moravian missionaries' journey to establish a religious foothold among the Esquimaux people of Labrador. It emphasizes the settlers' purpose of spreading Christianity while helping improve the lives of the Indigenous population, as well as the difficulties, triumphs, and interactions with the native population. The book explores the creation of the Moravian mission and details the early obstacles faced by the missionaries, like failed attempts, complicated relations between European traders and native groups, harsh weather conditions and distrust. The narrative introduces figures like Jans Haven and charts their attempts to form connections and spread faith, while pushing back against the negative influences of other Europeans.