George Whitefield and the Great Awakening

by John Charles Pollock

A biography which captures the sensation created by a young man who began "without income or influence" and went on to make an impact on society both sides of the Atlantic.

Genres: Biography, Church History, Christian

272 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1972

About the author

The late John Pollock, an award-winning biographer, had a flair for telling a dramatic story. He used this talent to write many biographies including ones on D. L. Moody and Major General Sir Henry Havelock.

Reviews

[Matthew Prydden · Rating 4 out of 5]

Its always emotional reading about George Whitefield, (as well as of finishing reading about George Whitefield - which always leaves me feeling as though I'm mourning the loss of the closest of friends!). This was a good account of the life and ministry of the great evangelist.

[Ben Poch · Rating 3 out of 5]

A wonderful history of an incredible evangelist. It does feel quite dated with Pollock spending a lot of the book looking at rather dull parts of the Whitfield story. I also think Pollock lays too much blame and the feet of Wesley and could do better at presenting a more neutral account

[Greg West · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stirring - May we have the same passion to preach Jesus! The description of “white gutters made by their tears down their black cheeks” is powerful! Coal miners hearing about Christ’s love for them and their response, belief and tears!

[Iain Hamill · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Better to wear out than rust out'.

Very interesting and inspiring biography of a man I knew too little about.

[Andy Gore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartwarming and soul inspiring.

[Dwight Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

very good insights into revivals and movements of God in UK and USA in 1700s