Susanna Wesley (1886)

Susanna Wesley is a biographical work written by Eliza Clarke in 1886. The book tells the story of Susanna Wesley, the mother of the famous theologian John Wesley and the founder of Methodism, Charles Wesley. Susanna Wesley was a remarkable woman who lived in the 18th century and was known for her strong faith, intelligence, and dedication to her family.The book begins by describing Susanna's childhood and family background, including her father's role as a Puritan minister. It then explores her marriage to Samuel Wesley, a clergyman, and their life together raising 19 children. Despite the challenges they faced, including financial difficulties and Samuel's frequent absences due to his work, Susanna was able to create a loving and structured home environment that fostered the intellectual and spiritual growth of her children.Throughout the book, Clarke highlights Susanna's religious beliefs and practices, which were deeply influential on her children and the wider Methodist movement. She also examines Susanna's writings, including her letters and diaries, which offer insights into her thoughts and experiences.Overall, Susanna Wesley is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman who played a crucial role in the development of Methodism and the religious landscape of 18th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.