On the Missionary Trail

Set against the backdrop of the late eighteenth-century industrial revolution, the narrative follows George Tyerman and Daniel Bennet as they embark on an eight-year journey to document the global spread of Christianity. Traveling to remote locations like the Kalahari, Tahiti, and Canton, they face numerous challenges, including storms, pirates, and resistant local leaders. Their expedition highlights the courage and dedication of the London Missionary Society, offering a compelling perspective on the complexities of missionary work during this transformative period.