Reid S. Trulson

A Flower with Roots

History & Biography

“A Flower with Roots is a fascinating contribution to cross-cultural studies as well as Baptist, mission, and women’s studies. This well-researched story of Mary D. Jesse and Shokei Girl’s School tells of educating Japanese girls in a context of war, personality conflicts, financial strain, and ethnic prejudice. It portrays the successful transition from mission to indigenous leadership and from dependence to independence. Shokei’s struggle to retain faith while facing rising nationalism is especially instructive.”