In The Service Of The King: A Parson's Story (1915)

By Joseph B. Dunn

Book Overview

In The Service Of The King: A Parson's Story is a historical novel written by Joseph Bragg Dunn in 1915. The book is set in the 18th century and follows the life of a parson named John Wesley as he travels across England preaching the gospel and spreading the word of God. Wesley's journey is fraught with challenges and obstacles as he faces opposition from the established church and encounters various social and political issues of the time.The novel provides a detailed account of Wesley's life, from his early years as a student at Oxford to his eventual rise as a prominent religious figure. It also offers insights into the social and political landscape of 18th century England, including the class struggles and tensions between the Anglican Church and the emerging Methodist movement.Throughout the book, Dunn weaves a compelling narrative that captures the essence of Wesley's mission and the impact it had on the people he encountered. The novel is a testament to the power of faith and the enduring legacy of one man's commitment to serving the King of Kings.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104182998
• ISBN13: 9781104182991
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"