The Young People's Wesley by W. McDonald
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"The Young People's Wesley" by W. McDonald is a biographical account written in the early 20th century, specifically aimed at younger readers. The text explores the life and influence of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, presenting essential facts about his upbringing, religious experiences, and significant contributions to Christianity in a concise manner. The book aims to engage readers with the profound impact Wesley had on spiritual renewal in England and beyond,
making it accessible to those unfamiliar with his legacy. The opening of the work sets the stage by outlining the tumultuous period during which John Wesley was born, highlighting the sociopolitical unrest and religious skepticism of late 17th and early 18th century England. It details Wesley's early life, drawing attention to his parents' influence, particularly his mother's devout nature and education, which shaped his spiritual journey. The narrative indicates that despite the persecution faced by his family due to their religious beliefs, these adversities forged Wesley's character and commitment to faith, ultimately leading him to become an influential religious reformer. Overall, this portion introduces readers to the critical context of Wesley’s life and the foundational concepts that would drive his future endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McDonald, W. (William), 1820-1901 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Mallalieu, Willard F. (Willard Francis), 1828-1911 |
| Title | The Young People's Wesley |
| Credits |
Produced by Emmy, Dave Morgan, Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Wesley, John, 1703-1791 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39864 |
| Release Date | May 31, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 472 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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