Wesley's Designated Successor by L. Tyerman
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"Wesley's Designated Successor" by L. Tyerman is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the life, letters, and literary contributions of the Rev. John William Fletcher, a key figure in the early Methodist movement and John Wesley's chosen successor. The text is likely to appeal to readers interested in religious history, Methodist theology, or the lives of influential Christian figures, as it weaves together Fletcher's personal experiences,
his interactions with prominent Methodists, and the theological challenges of his time. The opening of the biography sets the stage for Fletcher's pivotal role within Methodism and highlights the high regard in which he was held by contemporaries, including Wesley himself. Tyerman emphasizes Fletcher's piety, dedication, and the daunting task he faced as Wesley's designated successor amid the controversies and growth of early Methodism. The narrative touches on Fletcher's background, his early struggles between military ambition and spiritual calling, and his eventual turn towards ministry, providing a glimpse of the character and convictions that will serve as the foundation for his subsequent contributions in the Methodist church. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tyerman, L. (Luke), 1820?-1889 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 49039596 |
| Title |
Wesley's Designated Successor The Life, Letters, and Literary Labours of the Rev. John William Fletcher, Vicar of Madeley, Shropshire |
| Credits | KD Weeks, Brian Wilson, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Fletcher, John, 1729-1785 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66910 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 649 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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