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Waller, a Methodist minister and Principal of Harris Manchester College, Oxford, England, writes an engaging account of John Wesley (1703-1791), blending discussion of his life in its many aspects with the development of his theology and ministry. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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<p>May 2003 is the 300th anniversary of the birth of John Wesley. This is a beautifully written biography intended for a general audience. While not at all hagiographical, the book leads one to admire Wesley immensely. He traveled throughout the British Isles more than anyone in history. Reviled early on during his plein air evangelical crusades, he became deeply loved in old age by all sectors of the population. While the book has a slightly British cast to it (which is unavoidable given the extent of Wesley's travels throughout Britain), it gives adequate coverage to his period in the American colonies.</p>
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