The life and times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., founder of the Methodists. Vol. 1 (of 3)

Name: The life and times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., founder of the Methodists. Vol. 1 (of 3)
Author: L. Tyerman

By L. Tyerman

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The author offers a comprehensive chronological biography of John Wesley, assembling extensive original manuscripts, letters, periodicals, and scarce publications to trace his life, ministry, and role in the emergence and spread of Methodism. The narrative emphasizes factual detail over speculative interpretation, documenting organizational developments, affiliated societies and denominations, missionary and social initiatives, and controversies surrounding earlier biographies. The work synthesizes newly uncovered sources with published material, supplies a portrait and indexes, and aims to present an honest, densely documented account that lets readers draw their own conclusions about Wesley’s aims and influence.

About the Author

L. Tyerman

L. Tyerman was a 19th-century author known for his extensive biographical works on prominent figures in the Methodist movement. His notable contributions include "The Life of the Rev. George Whitefield," which provides a detailed account of the influential preacher's life and ministry. Tyerman also authored a comprehensive three-volume series on John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, exploring Wesley's life, times, and theological impact. Additionally, he wrote about Samuel Wesley, John Wesley's father, and John William Fletcher, a key figure in the early Methodist church. Tyerman's works are significant for their historical insights into the development of Methodism and its leaders.