Exploring a pivotal theologian and his era
This extensive biographical edition gathers the life and writings of the Rev. Daniel Waterland, D.D., with a prefatory review of his work by William van Mildert. It situates Waterland’s career at Magdalene College, his role in major theological controversies, and his lasting influence on Anglican thought. The volume blends biography, critical commentary, and selections from his controversial writings for a clear view of his beliefs and achievements.
- Learn about Waterland’s education, career, and rise to prominent Oxford and Cambridge positions.
- Read through context around his involvement in debates on the doctrine of the Trinity and the Eucharist.
- See how his defense of Christian orthodoxy shaped later religious and scholarly discussions.
- Discover the scope of his published and posthumous works, including letters and notes.
Ideal for readers of church history, 18th‑century theology, and biographers of religious figures who shaped Anglican doctrine. This edition provides both a narrative of his life and a window into the arguments that defined his era.