The Isle of Palms, Sketches of Hainan: The American Presbyterian Mission Island of Hainan, South China is a book written by F.P. Gilman in 1919. The book is a detailed account of the American Presbyterian Mission's work on the island of Hainan, located in South China. The author provides sketches of the island's history, geography, and people, as well as the mission's work in education, healthcare, and evangelism. The book also includes photographs and illustrations of the island and its inhabitants, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Hainan. Overall, The Isle of Palms is a fascinating and informative account of the American Presbyterian Mission's work on this remote island in South China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.