Generation Of Giants : The Story Of The Jesuits In China In The Last Decades Of The Ming Dynasty
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""Generation of Giants: The Story of the Jesuits in China in the Last Decades of the Ming Dynasty"" is a historical non-fiction book written by George H. Dunne. It chronicles the fascinating story of the Jesuits in China during the late Ming Dynasty, a time of great political and social upheaval. The book explores the role of the Jesuits in this tumultuous period, from their arrival in China in the late 16th century to their expulsion in the mid-17th century. Dunne provides a detailed account of the Jesuits' interactions with the Chinese people and their attempts to spread Christianity in a foreign land. He also delves into the complex political and cultural landscape of China at the time, shedding light on the challenges and obstacles faced by the Jesuits. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Jesuits' experience in China. Dunne draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a rich and nuanced account of this fascinating period in history. Overall, ""Generation of Giants"" is a compelling and well-researched book that sheds new light on the Jesuits' role in China during the late Ming Dynasty. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of Christianity, cross-cultural interactions, and the complex political and social dynamics of early modern China.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781162919904
- ISBN-10: 1162919906
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.85 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.21 pounds
- Page Count: 414
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