The Fall of Torngak: Or the Moravian Mission on the Coast of Labrador (1905)

The Fall of Torngak: Or the Moravian Mission on the Coast of Labrador is a historical account written by J.W. Davey and published in 1905. The book tells the story of the Moravian missionaries who established a mission on the coast of Labrador in the mid-18th century. The missionaries faced many challenges, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and the hostility of the indigenous Inuit population. Despite these challenges, the Moravians were able to establish a successful mission and convert many of the Inuit to Christianity. However, in 1771, the mission was destroyed by a powerful storm and the Inuit turned against the missionaries, resulting in the deaths of several Moravians. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the fall of the mission and the aftermath of the tragedy. It also offers insights into the culture and beliefs of the Inuit people, as well as the challenges faced by early Christian missionaries in remote and hostile environments. Overall, The Fall of Torngak is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions and the early interactions between European settlers and indigenous peoples in North America.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.