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

In his early forties, John Wesley was already a striking figure—a scholar, preacher, and the restless spirit behind a movement that would reshape English religious life. Born into a devout family, his university years at Oxford sparked a fierce curiosity about faith, leading to a series of powerful sermons that drew both admiration and controversy. Those formative experiences laid the groundwork for the itinerant ministry that would soon blossom into Methodism.

The author has spent nearly two decades gathering an extraordinary array of sources—hundreds of letters, contemporary pamphlets, newspaper reports, and previously unpublished manuscripts. By weaving these fresh documents into a coherent narrative, the biography offers readers details that have long been hidden from ordinary accounts. It aims to present Wesley not just as a theological icon but as a vivid, human participant in the social and spiritual currents of his time.

For anyone interested in the origins of modern evangelical thought, this volume provides a richly textured portrait of a man whose relentless energy and compassion sparked a worldwide revival. It balances scholarly rigor with an accessible style, making the early chapters of Wesley’s life both informative and compelling.