This book pays tribute to the life and work of Rufus Anderson, a 19th-century American missionary and scholar. It examines his contributions to the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, his advocacy for education and social reform, and his engagement with global Christianity. With essays from colleagues, friends, and family members, this book provides a comprehensive look at Anderson's legacy and its impact on American missions.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.