The Night Of Toil: Or A Familiar Account Of The Labors Of The First Missionaries In The South Sea Islands (1838)

The Night of Toil is a book written by Favell Lee Mortimer in 1838. It is a first-hand account of the experiences and struggles of the first Christian missionaries who went to the South Sea Islands to spread the gospel. The book provides a vivid and detailed description of the challenges faced by the missionaries, including the harsh climate, the language barrier, and the resistance of the native people to their message.Mortimer's account is based on the journals and letters of the missionaries themselves, and she uses their own words to describe their experiences. She also includes anecdotes and stories that illustrate the difficulties and triumphs of the missionaries, as well as their interactions with the islanders.The Night of Toil is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early days of Christian missionary work in the South Sea Islands. It is also a fascinating read, full of adventure, drama, and human interest. The book is written in a clear and engaging style that makes it accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.