Routledge John Wesley and the Education of Children Book

Explore the complex educational legacy of John Wesley through this scholarly study from the Routledge Methodist Studies Series. While many focus solely on his Kingswood boarding school established in 1746, this book reveals how his influence reached far beyond a single institution, touching even non-Methodist educational programs. This work examines Wesley's specific views on child-rearing and education within the social and cultural landscape of the eighteenth century. By looking at the roles of gender and class, the text provides a clear picture of how his practices functioned in a real-world context. Readers will find a deep analysis built upon a wide range of historical sources. The book draws from the writings of Churchmen, Dissenters, economists, philosophers, and reformers. It is an essential resource for those studying Methodist history, eighteenth-century social structures, or the evolution of educational thought.