The life and times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., founder of the Methodists. Vol. 1 (of 3)

"The Life and Times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., Founder of the Methodists" by Rev. L. Tyerman, is a historical biography that recounts the story of John Wesley, a key figure in religious history and the founder of Methodism. The biography takes place in the 1700s, diving into Wesley's birth in Epworth and the early influences that shaped his character, such as his mother's strong religious beliefs and surviving a childhood fire. It traces his education at Charterhouse and Oxford, noting his evolving faith and the internal struggles that foreshadowed his later mission. This sets the stage for understanding how Wesley became a leader dedicated to transforming religious thought, making him a pivotal figure in Christianity.