Observations In The Orient: The Account Of A Journey To Catholic Mission Fields In Japan, Korea, Manchuria, China, Indochina And The Philippines (1919

""Observations in the Orient"" is a travelogue written by James A. Walsh, detailing his journey to Catholic mission fields in various parts of Asia in 1919. The book covers his experiences in Japan, Korea, Manchuria, China, Indochina, and the Philippines, where he visited and observed the work of Catholic missionaries in these regions. Throughout the book, Walsh provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, cultures, and people he encounters on his journey, as well as the challenges faced by the Catholic Church in its mission to convert and serve the local populations. He also reflects on the impact of Western imperialism and the tensions between Catholicism and other religions in Asia.Overall, ""Observations in the Orient"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the role of Catholicism in the early 20th century in Asia, as well as the cultural and political context of the time.This scarce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.