Life of Henry Martyn, Missionary to India and Persia, 1781 to 1812

"Life of Henry Martyn, Missionary to India and Persia, 1781 to 1812" by Sarah J. Rhea is a 19th-century biography that follows the extraordinary life of Henry Martyn, a man driven by his unwavering faith to venture into India and Persia as a missionary. The story describes his path from his education to his calling, painting a picture of his determined efforts to spread Christianity amidst the cultural complexities and personal sacrifices that marked his journey. Readers witness his struggles to convert people in India and the difficult intellectual and cultural hurdles faced in Persia, as well as the impact of isolation and personal losses on his well-being. Martyn's story is one of zealous dedication that ultimately concludes with his death in a foreign land, but his devotion leaves a legacy that motivates others to follow in his path.