| Wesley for Armchair Theologians Contributor(s): Abraham, William J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0664226213 ISBN-13: 9780664226213 Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press OUR PRICE: $21.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2005 Annotation: This accessible study of John Wesley presents the founder of Methodism in an interesting and engaging way. The intriguing illustrations make this an excellent introduction to the work of this important Christian figure. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - History - Religion | Christianity - Methodist - Religion | Christian Church - History |
| Dewey: 230.709 |
| LCCN: 2005042298 |
| Series: Armchair Theologians |
| Physical Information: 0.91" H x 5.22" W x 7.98" (0.55 lbs) 208 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 18th Century - Cultural Region - British Isles - Religious Orientation - Christian - Theometrics - Mainline - Theometrics - Evangelical |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Wesley for Armchair Theologians engagingly presents the life and theology of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. Written by prominent Wesley scholar William Abraham, who aimed to "make Wesley come alive for those who would truly love to become armchair theologians," the book is an excellent, entertaining, and expert guide to the work of this important Christian figure. Written by experts but designed for the novice, the Armchair series provides accurate, concise, and witty overviews of some of the most profound moments and theologians in Christian history. These books are essential supplements for first-time encounters with primary texts, lucid refreshers for scholars and clergy, and enjoyable reads for the theologically curious. |
Contributor Bio(s): Abraham, William J.: - William J. Abraham is Albert Cook Outler Professor of Wesley Studies and University Distinguished Teaching Professor at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas. |