William G. Crocker was a dedicated missionary who served in West Africa in the late 19th century, working among the Bassa people to spread the message of the gospel and promote education and social reform. This memoir, written by his wife after his untimely death, provides a moving and inspiring account of his life and work, highlighting his courage, faith, and compassion. With its vivid descriptions of African culture and society, as well as its insights into the challenges and rewards of missionary life, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian 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.