""A Great Heart of the South"" is a biography of John T. Anderson, a medical missionary who devoted his life to serving the people of China. Written by Gordon Poteat, the book chronicles Anderson's childhood in the American South, his education and medical training, and his decision to become a missionary. The bulk of the book focuses on Anderson's work in China, where he established hospitals and clinics, trained local doctors and nurses, and provided medical care to people in need. The book also explores Anderson's personal life, including his marriage to fellow missionary Lottie Moon, and his struggles with illness and the challenges of living in a foreign country. Throughout the book, Poteat emphasizes Anderson's deep faith and his commitment to serving others, painting a portrait of a man who truly embodied the ideals of Christian service and compassion. Overall, ""A Great Heart of the South"" is a compelling and inspiring account of one man's remarkable life and legacy.1921. A memoir of John T. Anderson, a missionary in China. Contents: The Yang Tze River; Early Indications of Character; At Furman; Beginning the Study of Medicine; The First Year in Kentucky; The Last Year in the University; A Hospital Intern; Into the Far East; Yang Chow and Beyond.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.