A Burning and a Shining Light: English Spirituality in the Age of Wesley

by David Lyle Jeffrey (Editor)

An anthology of some of the best English spiritual writings in the age of the great evangelical revival. Includes writings from Isaac Watts, Philip Doddridge, Lizbeth Rowe, William Law, Christopher Smart, John and Charles Wesley, George Whitefield, John Fletcher, John Newton, Hannah More, William Wilberforce, and more. Works range from sermons, devotions, hymns, poetry, etc.

512 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1986

Reviews

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful anthology of English Christian spiritual writers of the 18th century. The book also provides an introduction to each author, with information about his or her work. It was very interesting, particularly the extent to which the established church still maintained a great deal of control during this period. The collection includes stalwarts such as the Wesleys, Isaac Watts, and John Newton, as well as other, less well-known writers.