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About The Book: ​Protestant Missions in Bengal Illustrated (1844) by Johann Jacob Weitbrecht is a seminal work detailing the early Protestant missionary efforts in Bengal during the 19th century. Based on a series of lectures, Weitbrecht offers an in-depth analysis of the challenges and progress of Christian missions in the region. He examines the socio-cultural dynamics, the receptivity of the local population, and the strategies employed by missionaries to disseminate their teachings. The work provides valuable insights into the intersection of religion, culture, and colonialism in Bengal, highlighting the complexities of missionary endeavors in the subcontinent.​ About The Author: John James Weitbrecht (1802–1852) was a missionary and author whose works, including Protestant Missions in Bengal and Lectures on India, offered vivid insights into Indian society, missionary challenges, and cultural customs, promoting Christian outreach and cross-cultural understanding in colonial India. The Title 'Protestant Missions in Bengal Illustrated: Being the Substance of a Course of Lectures Delivered on Indian Missions written/authored/edited by J. J. Weitbrecht', published in the year 1844. The ISBN 9789370978324 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 364 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.