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Recollections of Alexander Duff offers an intimate portrait of one of the most influential missionaries in Indian history. Written by Lal Behari Day, this biographical work chronicles the life and legacy of Alexander Duff, a Scottish missionary who dedicated himself to educational reform and Christian evangelism in colonial Calcutta.
The narrative focuses extensively on the founding and growth of the Mission College in Calcutta, which became a beacon of modern education in India. Through personal recollections and detailed accounts, Day captures Duff’s innovative approach to combining Christian teachings with secular education, his interactions with Indian society, and the challenges he faced in establishing the institution.
This work serves as both a personal memoir and a historical document, providing valuable insights into missionary activities, educational development, and cross-cultural exchange in 19th-century India. The book remains an important resource for understanding the complex history of Christianity, education, and colonialism in South Asia.
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