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• Winner of Concordia Historical Institute Award of Commendation 2017
• Winner of Concordia Historical Institute Award of Commendation 2017

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9781498524803

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The Norwegian-American Lutheran Experience in 1950s Japan: Stepping up to the Cold War Challenge presents a long view of Christian mission, the history of Norwegian Lutheranism in the United States, and the personal story of men and women who answered calls to carry the Christian gospel to Japan. Linguists Kate Allen and John E. Ingulsrud place the missionaries' experience in its political and religious context, suggesting the interaction of spiritual, national, and personal forces. Drawing upon first person accounts, their examination of missionaries' early encounters with Japanese people, language, and culture offers valuable insight into the challenges of cross-cultural exchange. -- L. DeAne Lagerquist, St. Olaf College

The Norwegian-American Lutheran Experience in 1950s Japan: Stepping up to the Cold War Challenge presents a long view of Christian mission, the history of Norwegian Lutheranism in the United States, and the personal story of men and women who answered calls to carry the Christian gospel to Japan. Linguists Kate Allen and John E. Ingulsrud place the missionaries' experience in its political and religious context, suggesting the interaction of spiritual, national, and personal forces. Drawing upon first person accounts, their examination of missionaries' early encounters with Japanese people, language, and culture offers valuable insight into the challenges of cross-cultural exchange. -- L. DeAne Lagerquist

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Kate Allen is professor of linguistics at Meiji University. John E. Ingulsrud is professor of linguistics at Meisei University.

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