Routledge Methodism and Politics in British Society 1750-1850

Explore the deep connections between religious movements and social change in this academic study from Routledge. Originally published in 1984, Methodism and Politics in British Society 1750-1850 examines the political and social consequences resulting from the expansion of Methodism during its first century. This volume provides a detailed look at how the Methodist revival functioned within the broader landscape of European pietism and Enlightenment thought. It offers a comprehensive analysis of 18th-century popular culture and the specific theological and political views held by John Wesley. While the central focus remains on the link between Methodism and politics, the book covers a wide range of important historical themes. The study treats Methodism on a national scale, accounting for regional, chronological, and religious diversity. This book is an essential resource for students and historians interested in Georgian and Regency Britain, political science, and the evolution of British social structures.