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Crisis Yet Continuity: Blantyre Mission 1876 -1928

Crisis Yet Continuity: Blantyre Mission 1876 -1928

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General Racism & Ethnic Studies

ISBN10: 9996076458
ISBN13: 9789996076459
Publisher: Mzuni Press
Published: Apr 13 2025
Pages: 260
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.55 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English

Studies on the history of the Blantyre Mission in Malawi often suggest that 1881 marked a turning point in the mission's tradition, following a crisis triggered by a series of scandals that resulted in the dismissal of its top leadership. Kenneth Ross challenges this interpretation, arguing that while a crisis did occur, it did not significantly disrupt the mission's work. Ross maintains that there was a strong element of continuity between the earlier and later phases of the mission, largely sustained by African missionaries trained for the work, a core group of dedicated missionary personnel, and female staff who played a vital role in maintaining the Mission's stability. Through a thorough and detailed examination of archival records, Ross's work offers a fresh and deeper understanding of the Blantyre Mission and its enduring influence - insights that previous accounts have not fully captured. Gift Wasambo Kayira, Head of the Department of History, Archaelogy and Heritage Studies, University of Malawi.

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General Racism & Ethnic Studies