author
Leighton Pullan
1865–1940
An Oxford church historian and Anglican clergyman, this writer made complex early Christian history and doctrine easier for general readers to follow. His books range from studies of the Church Fathers to works on the New Testament, liturgy, and the Reformation.
1 Audiobook
The Books of the New Testament
by Leighton Pullan
About the author
Born in 1865, Leighton Pullan was an English clergyman and scholar whose work centered on church history and theology. Reliable reference sources identify him as a fellow and tutor at St John's College, Oxford, and as a lecturer connected with Oriel College. He died in 1940.
Pullan wrote widely on early Christianity, doctrine, worship, and biblical studies. Among the works associated with him are Early Christian Doctrine, The Books of the New Testament, The History of the Book of Common Prayer, and studies of the Church Fathers and the Reformation. His writing is remembered for presenting demanding religious history in a clear, structured way.
He remains of interest to readers who enjoy classic Anglican scholarship and concise introductions to Christian thought. His books often bridge academic learning and practical reading, which helps explain why many of them have continued to circulate in digital libraries and public-domain collections.