The book "American Missionary. Issue 42, No. 01, January 1888" is the first number of the magazine, which was published in the month of January 1888. In this issue, Various, a collective of authors, presents the reader with various articles, reviews and news from various spheres of life in America at that time. The magazine contains interesting information about the activities of missionaries during this period, the spiritual trials and achievements of church life, as well as educational and social initiatives aimed at improving missionary work in America and abroad. The volume is an important source for understanding the religious and cultural context of late 19th century America.