George Whitefield

Arnold Dallimore
Crossway, 2010
224 pages

One of my favorite things to do is read biographies of faithful men and women who have been used greatly by God. Arnold Dallimore's two-volume study of the life and ministry of George Whitefield is simply the best biography I have ever read. Whitefield is perhaps the most dynamic preacher and evangelist to have walked on American soil, and his legacy has been captured in a memorable way by Dallimore, a masterful Christian biographer. In this version, Dallimore has condensed his magisterial work (which is over 1200 pages!) into a much more accessible format that moves quickly and highlights the key events of Whitefield's life. If you love biographies, you need to read this book. If you have never heard of Whitefield, you need to read this book. If you desire to be moved and enthralled by the wonderful ways in which God has worked revival in years gone by, you need to read this book. I trust that you will not be disappointed.