Missions and the magic lantern. (evangelical works in Uganda, 1895)

From: International Bulletin of Missionary Research | Date: January 1, 1997| Author: | Copyright information

Slide projection had already existed mid-17th century when it was then known as magic lantern. About 200 years later, in the 19th century, the magic lantern was at its peak of development and magic lantern programs were given by itinerant showmen, who were either missionaries or entertainers. Its entertainment value declined after World War I, when the cinema took center stage in the entertainment industry. However, educational lecturers and religious missionaries, such as David Livingstone, continued to use the magic lantern in their work.

In May 1895 the Church Missionary Society (CMS) ...

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