Fletcher of Madeley

This well‑researched biography brings to life one of the most influential preachers of the eighteenth‑century Evangelical Revival. Drawing on a wealth of previously unpublished manuscripts, the author paints a vivid picture of Fletcher’s spiritual vigor, his compelling sermons, and his lasting imprint on the Methodist movement. The narrative also situates his work within the broader currents of religious thought that reshaped England’s social fabric.

The book follows Fletcher from his modest beginnings through his formative years at Madeley, detailing his close alliance with John Wesley and the challenges he faced as a pastor. It explores the theological disputes that marked his career, his struggle with failing health, and his eventual retreat to Switzerland, all while preserving the authenticity of his personal letters and journal entries. The author's meticulous scholarship offers fresh perspective without sacrificing readability.

Readers interested in the history of revivalism, the dynamics of early Methodism, or the personal journey of a devoted minister will find this account both informative and engaging, revealing the human side of a figure often shrouded in legend.