Beyond the Stone Arches: An American Missionary Doctor in China, 1892-1932

By Edward Bliss

Advance Praise for Beyond the Stone Arches

"Now the world can share the life of this great man. In its intimate detail, this is a fascinating story that serves as a valuable introduction to the people of a country so important to us today."-Walter Cronkite

"A fascinating look at China from the point of view of an American medical missionary, this absorbing life of a quiet hero rings with authenticity and sheds light on the turbulent years from the late 1800s to 1932 that will be a revelation for most Western readers."-Adeline Yen Mah, author of Falling Leaves

"This is a proud man's story of a father who lived a life of a medical missionary in China for forty years-a life of service, sacrifice, joy, and fulfillment. The pages turn easily and quickly with humor, care, and love. It's a jewel of a book that will remain with you forever."-Jim Lehrer, The News Hour

"A small gem. Edward Bliss embarked, against great odds, on a remarkable range of activities aimed at improving the livelihood of common people. He was a veritable one-man Peace Corps. His is an inspiring story that warms the heart and enriches the soul."-H. T. Huang, author of Science and Civilization in China

"It took three years for Edward Bliss, M.D., to ascend the Min River in a convoy of three river junks in 1893, averaging fourteen miles a day. This was his first trip to Shaowu, which became his home for forty-two years, a tumultuous and dangerous time and place. His son tells the story of his father's life and work in fascinating detail, drawing on a trove of letters and extensive interviews with his father."-Donald MacInnis, former Methodist missionary and China Program Director, National Council of Churches/USA

• Language: English
• Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
• Release date: Jul 20, 2007
• ISBN: 9780470232262

Reviews for Beyond the Stone Arches

[autumnesf · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I REALLY enjoyed this book. Although Dr. Bliss was a missionary, he was more of a doctor and helper of the Chinese people. He was a strong Christian but did not evangelize. I say this so that the title will not put anyone off from reading it. It is a fantastic story and this man did so many things for the Chinese people that he loved. I'd have to say this is one of my favorites of the books on people living in China that I have read so far.