Life And Letters Of Joseph Hardy Neesima (1894)

The book ""Life and Letters of Joseph Hardy Neesima"" is a biographical account of the life of Joseph Hardy Neesima, written by Arthur Sherburne Hardy and published in 1894. Joseph Hardy Neesima was a Japanese Christian who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan during the Meiji period. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed account of Neesima's life, beginning with his childhood in Japan and his early education in a traditional Japanese school. It then goes on to describe his conversion to Christianity and his subsequent journey to the United States, where he studied at Amherst College and Andover Theological Seminary. The book also covers Neesima's return to Japan and his efforts to spread Christianity and modernize Japan through education and other means.The second part of the book consists of Neesima's letters, which provide a firsthand account of his experiences and thoughts on various topics. These letters cover a wide range of subjects, including his religious beliefs, his experiences in the United States, his views on Japanese society and culture, and his efforts to promote education and modernization in Japan.Overall, ""Life and Letters of Joseph Hardy Neesima"" is an insightful and informative account of the life of a remarkable individual who played a significant role in the history of Japan. It provides a unique perspective on the cultural and social changes that occurred during the Meiji period and sheds light on the challenges faced by those who sought to modernize Japan during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.