The Story of John Wesley, Told to Boys and Girls

"The Story of John Wesley, Told to Boys and Girls" by Marianne Kirlew is a late 1800s story about the life of John Wesley, a very important religious leader who started the Methodist movement in England, retold for young people. The story starts in his childhood, showing him as a brave and compassionate young boy named "Jacky", living with his big family in Epworth and how much his family loved him. His father was a minister and encouraged his faith. It talks about an event early in his life when a horrible arsonist set fire to his house, and young Jacky barely survived.This incident and the values taught by his family shaped Wesley’s path, hinting at his future role in history and religion.