Stockbridge, Past And Present: Or Records Of An Old Mission Station (1854) - Hardcover

by Electa F. Jones (Author)

Stockbridge, Past and Present: Or Records of an Old Mission Station is a historical book written by Electa F. Jones in 1854. The book is a comprehensive account of the Stockbridge Mission Station, which was established by the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions in the early 19th century. The mission was located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, and was primarily focused on the conversion and education of Native Americans.Jones provides a detailed description of the history of the mission, including the arrival of the first missionaries, the establishment of the mission school, and the conversion of many Native Americans to Christianity. She also discusses the challenges faced by the missionaries, including conflicts with local tribes and the difficulties of adapting to a new environment.In addition to the history of the mission, Jones also provides an overview of the town of Stockbridge, including its early settlement and development. She describes the town's natural resources, such as its forests and rivers, and the role they played in the town's economy.Overall, Stockbridge, Past and Present is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the history of Native American missions, as well as the early history of Stockbridge, Massachusetts.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.