A New-Englander in Japan

'A New-Englander in Japan' is an insightful biography of Daniel Crosby Greene, a prominent figure in the history of Christian missions in East Asia. Written by Evarts Boutell Greene, this work chronicles the life and influence of a dedicated missionary who arrived in Japan during the transformative Meiji period. Greene played a pivotal role in the establishment of educational institutions and the translation of religious texts during a time when Japan was rapidly opening its borders to Western influence.The narrative explores Greene’s commitment to social reform and his efforts to foster mutual understanding between Japanese and American cultures. Through detailed accounts of his personal experiences and leadership, the book illustrates the broader socio-political landscape of a nation undergoing modernization. 'A New-Englander in Japan' serves as both a compelling portrait of a man driven by faith and a valuable historical document reflecting the complex cultural and religious exchanges at the turn of the century. It is a significant resource for readers interested in the history of missions, international relations, and the evolution of modern Japanese society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.