China’s Harvest Fields
A must read for anyone interested in the church in China, this book provides historical perspective for understanding the current situation and future possibilities.
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Understanding World Christianity: China
Part of the World Christianity Series being produced by Fortress Press, this 2019 publication provides both a panoramic view and thoughtful analysis of many key issues in Chinese Christianity today.
The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom
The rather battered and dog-eared cover to my copy of Pomfret's book is testimony to both prolonged and careful reading.
Training Laborers for His Harvest
An exploration of William Milne’s mentorship of Liang Fa, the first ordained Chinese pastor.
Dreams and Disillusionment
If you’ve lived in China (Shanghai, particularly), you’ll love Shanghai Free Taxi. If you’re making plans to go to China, it’s a great introduction. If neither, read it anyway. You'll smile and learn stuff along the way!
A Response to Richard Cook
Few things are more meaningful to a scholar than to have their work read carefully by respected authorities in their field. I am deeply honored that Richard Cook chose to devote his time and attention to such a close reading of my research on . . . Timothy Richard.
Encountering China
Cook reviews this recent volume about the first half of Timothy Richard’s career and evaluates the book’s content and approach.
The Fading Vision of a Christian China
A book providing a valuable inside view of an era of unprecedented openness for Christianity in China and a sober historical assessment of why that era could not last.
A Foot Wide on the Edge of Nowhere
The story of Olive and Theo Simpkin.
Stories of Christian Women in China
This is not a book to be read in one sitting, however gripping the various accounts! Like so many of the books about China that recount the lives of ordinary people, and women in particular, it is not easy reading.
Bringing the Gospel to Guangxi
While Guilin is often considered a “must see” tourist site, Guangxi province itself remains, for many, a relatively unknown corner of China. This book helps fill the gap.
Another Look at the Life of Eric Liddell
A number of books have been written about Eric Liddell, but this one is different.