Bøger af David Crantz

The History of Greenland Volumes 1 and 2 is a book written by David Crantz in 1820. It provides a comprehensive account of the history of Greenland, including the mission carried out by the United Brethren in that country. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the history of Greenland from its discovery by the Norsemen to the arrival of the Moravian missionaries in the 18th century. The second volume focuses on the mission of the United Brethren, who sought to bring Christianity to the Inuit people of Greenland. Crantz provides detailed descriptions of the customs, beliefs, and way of life of the Inuit people, as well as the challenges faced by the missionaries in their efforts to convert them. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Greenland or the history of Christian missions in the Arctic region.In Two Volumes.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.

Greenland Missions: With Biographical Sketches Of Some Of The Principal Converts is a book written by David Crantz in 1831. The book is a historical account of the missions that were undertaken in Greenland by the Moravian Church. The Moravian Church, also known as the Unitas Fratrum, is a Protestant denomination that originated in the Czech Republic in the 15th century.The book provides an in-depth look at the challenges faced by the Moravian missionaries in Greenland, such as the harsh climate and the resistance of the local Inuit population. The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the principal converts, who were instrumental in spreading Christianity throughout Greenland.David Crantz, the author of the book, was a Moravian missionary who served in Greenland for many years. His firsthand experiences and observations are reflected in the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions in Greenland.Overall, Greenland Missions: With Biographical Sketches Of Some Of The Principal Converts is a fascinating account of the Moravian Church's efforts to bring Christianity to Greenland, and the impact that their work had on the local population.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.

David Crantz (or Cranz) was a Moravian missionary who published his observations on Greenland in German in 1765. This edited English translation appeared in two volumes in 1820. Crantz (1723-77) discusses Greenland's native people and their way of life, providing also an account of the Moravian missionary activity there.