The life and times of the Rev. Samuel Wesley / Rector of Epworth and father of the Revs. John and Charles Wesley, the founders of the Methodists

Name: The life and times of the Rev. Samuel Wesley / Rector of Epworth and father of the Revs. John and Charles Wesley, the founders of the Methodists
Author: L. Tyerman

By L. Tyerman

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The biography reconstructs Samuel Wesley's life and milieu, beginning with the political and ecclesiastical turbulence of his era and proceeding through his education, clerical duties, literary output, and family life, notably as the father of John and Charles Wesley. It assesses his character, controversies, and public writings, situating his actions within wider national and church conflicts, and draws on contemporary documents, correspondence, published tracts, and earlier memoirs. The author includes selections of letters, bibliographic appendices, and a portrait, and offers commentary aimed at balancing existing judgments about his temperament 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.