Journal of a Residence at Bagdad by Anthony Norris Groves

"Journal of a Residence at Bagdad" by Anthony Norris Groves is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work details Groves's experiences as a missionary in Bagdad during the years 1830 and 1831. The journal captures the challenges he faced while attempting to spread Christianity in a city marked by cultural and religious complexities, including the indifference of the local populace towards his mission. The opening of the journal sets the stage for Groves's reflections on missionary work and the spiritual and practical struggles he encountered. He describes the initiation of a school for children and expresses gratitude for the support he received from fellow missionaries. Groves notes the apathy towards religious instruction among the local population, observations regarding the socio-political atmosphere, and his hopes for both personal growth and the progress of his mission. This early portion establishes a foundation for his broader exploration of faith, endurance, and the potential for positive change amid adversity, hinting at the compelling blend of personal narrative and historical context that will unfold throughout the rest of his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Groves, Anthony Norris, 1795-1853
Editor Scott, A. J. (Alexander John), 1805-1866
Title Journal of a Residence at Bagdad
During the Years 1830 and 1831
Credits Produced by Free Elf, Anne Storer and the Online Distributed
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 65.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Missions -- Turkey
Subject Baghdad (Iraq) -- History
Subject Plague -- Iraq -- Baghdad
Category Text
eBook-No. 29631
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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