The Living Wesley (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Harrison Rigg

 
9780331878844: The Living Wesley (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the enduring story of John Wesley and the birth of a global evangelical movement in this expanded edition.

This revised volume traces Wesley’s life from his early years to his rise as a national evangelist and founder of Methodism. It links his personal development to the broader history of the movement, including a new supplementary chapter on the progress of universal Methodism since his death. The author revises and enlarges the original work, offering fresh insight into Wesley’s character, influence, and the changes that shaped his preaching and leadership.

  • Tracks Wesley’s life and the emergence of his distinctive method of teaching and outreach
  • Examines how Methodism spread across nations and established a global network
  • contrasts rival biographers and clarifies the author's interpretation of Wesley’s work
  • Includes new material on the evolution of the movement in the last century
Ideal for readers of religious history, biography, and anyone curious about how a single life sparked a worldwide church movement.

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