This book offers a comprehensive overview of Christian missions throughout history, from the early apostles to the modern era. Green explores the motives, methods, and impact of missionary work around the world, and provides detailed profiles of major missionary societies and their leaders. He also reflects on the challenges and controversies that have surrounded missionary activity, and offers insights into the future of Christian missions.

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