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Delve into the fascinating history of Welsh missionaries and British imperialism with 'Welsh Missionaries and British Imperialism.' This compelling book chronicles the journey of Welsh missionary Thomas Jones, who ventured from rural Wales to the Khasi Hills of northeast India in 1841. Experience the profound influence the Welsh had on the Khasis, as they navigated their roles as both colonisers and evangelists in a landscape rich with cultural complexities. This book does not just tell a tale of religious outreach; it thoughtfully examines the broader political, scientific, and military ideologies tied to the imperial project in the region. Themes of authority crises, geographic isolation, and the interplay of personal morality and institutional dogma are explored in depth. Authored by a direct descendant of Thomas Jones, this work presents a unique perspective on the legacies of Welsh missionary efforts that transformed local beliefs and cultures. Perfect for students and scholars interested in British imperialism, missionary history, and cultural exchanges, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780719080357, Year: 2012, Publisher: Manchester University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719080357
Year: 2012
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
In 1841, the Welsh sent their first missionary, Thomas Jones, to evangelise the tribal peoples of the Khasi Hills of north-east India. This book follows Jones from rural Wales to Cherrapunji, the wettest place on earth and now one of the most Christianised parts of India. As colonised colonisers, the Welsh were to have a profound impact on the culture and beliefs of the Khasis. The book also foregrounds broader political, scientific, racial and military ideologies that mobilised the Khasi Hills into an interconnected network of imperial control. Its themes are universal: crises of authority, the loneliness of geographical isolation, sexual scandal, greed and exploitation, personal and institutional dogma, individual and group morality. Written by a direct descendant of Thomas Jones, it makes a significant contribution in orienting the scholarship of imperialism to a much-neglected corner of India, and will appeal to students of the British imperial experience more broadly. -- .
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719080357
Year: 2012
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
In 1841, the Welsh sent their first missionary, Thomas Jones, to evangelise the tribal peoples of the Khasi Hills of north-east India. This book follows Jones from rural Wales to Cherrapunji, the wettest place on earth and now one of the most Christianised parts of India. As colonised colonisers, the Welsh were to have a profound impact on the culture and beliefs of the Khasis. The book also foregrounds broader political, scientific, racial and military ideologies that mobilised the Khasi Hills into an interconnected network of imperial control. Its themes are universal: crises of authority, the loneliness of geographical isolation, sexual scandal, greed and exploitation, personal and institutional dogma, individual and group morality. Written by a direct descendant of Thomas Jones, it makes a significant contribution in orienting the scholarship of imperialism to a much-neglected corner of India, and will appeal to students of the British imperial experience more broadly. -- .