3 Review(s)

About The Book: The Nearer and Farther East: Outline Studies of Moslem Lands and of Siam, Burma, and Korea (1908), edited by Samuel M. Zwemer and Arthur J. Brown, offers in-depth missionary and cultural insights into diverse Asian regions. Zwemer’s section examines Islamic societies across the Near East—covering their geography, , religions, government, social issues, and the progress of Christian missions. Brown’s section explores Siam, Burma, and Korea, detailing ethnic diversity, religious traditions, and missionary efforts among various tribes. Richly illustrated with maps, charts, and photographs, the volume highlights the challenges and opportunities for Christian outreach, serving as an important early 20th-century study of Asian cultures and mission work. About The Author: Samuel Marinus Zwemer (1867–1952), known as "The Apostle to Islam," was a pioneering American missionary, theologian, and scholar devoted to Christian outreach in Muslim-majority regions. A prolific author, Zwemer wrote extensively on Islam, including Arabia: The Cradle of Islam, The Moslem Christ, and Childhood in the Moslem World. His works combined ethnographic detail with evangelical zeal, aiming to expose the spiritual, social, and moral conditions of the Islamic world while urging Christian missions. Deeply committed to interfaith engagement, Zwemer believed Christianity offered the ultimate answer to Islam’s challenges and emphasized prayer, cultural understanding, and strategic mission work in Muslim contexts. The Title 'The Nearer and Farther East: Outline Studies of Moslem Lands And of Siam, Burma, And Korea written/authored/edited by Samuel M. Zwemer', published in the year 1908. The ISBN 9789372255317 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.