The book "American Missionary. Volume 42, No. 12, December 1888" is a collection of various articles devoted to missionary activity in the United States and around the world at the end of the 19th century. In this publication you will find touching stories about the work of American missionaries, their efforts in spreading Christianity and education among local peoples, and many other interesting information. Each article reflects important events and achievements in the field of missionary activity and cooperation between different religious communities of that time. This book will be a valuable source of knowledge about the history of religious life and missionary work at the end of the 19th century.