The Life and Work of William Tindale

"The Life and Work of William Tindale" by William Barrett Cooper is the story of a determined reformer who dared to translate the Bible into English. It follows William Tindale's journey, showcasing his early life, his education at Cambridge and Oxford, and his interactions with important thinkers such as Luther and Erasmus. Facing great opposition in the 16th century, when translating the Bible was considered a crime, Tindale dedicated himself to making the Scriptures accessible to everyone, believing ordinary people should read it in their own language. Forced into exile, he continued his work, ultimately shaping English literature and paving the way for the English Bible we use today, all at the cost of his own life.