Methodist Heroes of Other Days is a historical book written by Samuel Gardiner Ayres and published in 1916. The book is a collection of biographies of notable figures in the Methodist Church who made significant contributions to the growth and development of the denomination. The author presents an overview of the early history of Methodism and its spread across America, with a focus on the lives and works of these heroes of the faith.The book includes profiles of significant figures such as John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, Francis Asbury, the first bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church in America, and other prominent leaders like George Whitefield, Charles Wesley, and Thomas Coke. The author also includes lesser-known figures who played a critical role in the growth of the denomination, such as women preachers and missionaries.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the early history of Methodism and its impact on American society. It highlights the struggles and challenges faced by the early Methodists, including persecution, opposition from other denominations, and the difficulties of establishing new churches in remote areas. The author also explores the role of Methodism in social reform movements, such as abolitionism and temperance.Overall, Methodist Heroes of Other Days is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Methodist Church and its impact on American society. The book provides a detailed and insightful look at the lives and works of the men and women who helped shape the denomination and establish it as one of the most influential religious movements in American history.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.
