Beneath The Southern Cross: Being The Impressions Gained On A Tour Through Australasia And South Africa On Behalf Of The Church Of England Men's S

Beneath The Southern Cross is a travelogue written by Henry St. John Stirling Woollcombe, detailing his experiences during a tour of Australasia and South Africa on behalf of the Church of England Men's Society in 1913. The book is divided into two parts, with the first half covering his travels through Australia and New Zealand, and the second half covering his time in South Africa.Throughout the book, Woollcombe describes the people, places, and cultures he encounters on his journey. He writes about the natural beauty of the countries he visits, as well as the challenges and struggles faced by their inhabitants. He also discusses the work of the Church of England Men's Society, and the role it plays in supporting Christian missions and charitable work in these regions.Beneath The Southern Cross provides a fascinating glimpse into life in Australasia and South Africa at the turn of the 20th century, and offers valuable insights into the history and culture of these regions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or religious studies.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.