Heroes Of The Desert - Manning, Anne
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Heroes of the Desert: The Story of the Lives and Labors of Moffat and Livingstone is a historical book written by Anne Manning in 1875. The book is a detailed account of the lives and work of two famous Christian missionaries, Robert Moffat and David Livingstone, who devoted their lives to spreading Christianity and exploring the African continent.The book begins with a brief introduction to the two missionaries and their early lives. It then goes on to describe their work in Africa, including their efforts to translate the Bible into local languages, their interactions with African tribes,…mehr

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Heroes of the Desert: The Story of the Lives and Labors of Moffat and Livingstone is a historical book written by Anne Manning in 1875. The book is a detailed account of the lives and work of two famous Christian missionaries, Robert Moffat and David Livingstone, who devoted their lives to spreading Christianity and exploring the African continent.The book begins with a brief introduction to the two missionaries and their early lives. It then goes on to describe their work in Africa, including their efforts to translate the Bible into local languages, their interactions with African tribes, and their exploration of the continent's interior.Manning's book also delves into the personal lives of Moffat and Livingstone, including their marriages, families, and struggles with illness and hardship. The book provides a vivid picture of the challenges that the missionaries faced in their work, including disease, hostile tribes, and difficult living conditions.Overall, Heroes of the Desert is a fascinating and inspiring account of the lives and work of two remarkable individuals who dedicated themselves to improving the lives of others. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions or the exploration of Africa in the 19th century.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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Anne Manning become an English novelist and biographer. She is excellent known for her ancient novels and biographical works. Manning's writing career flourished at some stage in the nineteenth century, and her works often pondered her deep hobby in history and society. One of Manning's super works is the historic novel "The Day of Small Things." Published in 1869, the novel is ready towards the backdrop of the English Civil War and the following years of political and social upheaval. The narrative revolves across the existence of the protagonist, John Frewen, an Oxford student, and the challenges he faces in the course of a tumultuous period in English history. "The Day of Small Things" is celebrated for Manning's meticulous research, attention to ancient detail, and her capacity to weave a compelling story towards a wealthy historical tapestry. The novel gives readers with insights into the political, non-secular, and societal conflicts of the time, portraying characters grappling with non-public and political demanding situations. While Manning's literary output extended beyond "The Day of Small Things," this precise painting sticks out as a testament to her potential to carry historical periods to existence via engaging storytelling and nicely-drawn characters.