"Using diaries and correspondence, this biography crosses the boundaries of history and religion."
(
The Bookseller )
"This fascinating and gripping book makes the life of John Newton come alive for the contemporary reader. There's no hedging on Newton's depravity, nor his utterly passionate devotion to his precious Savior. I highly recommend this excellent work it's one that will transform not only minds but hearts!"
(Joni Eareckson Tada )
"Skilled and colorful biographer that he is, my friend Jonathan Aitken has brought to life one of eighteeneth-century England's most influential Christians.
(Chuck Colson )
"Master biographer Jonathan Aitken is in fine form, sympathetic, insightful, scholarly and vivid, and his book, like its subject, must be rated unobtrusively spectacular"
(J.I. Packer )
"A rip-roaring adventure, a passionate romance, and astonishing journey of faith all in one"
(Os Guiness )
"A fresh, insightful, and inspiring account of this great yet neglected figure. With that rare skill of a superb biographer, Aitken brings Newton to life for a new generation of admirers"
(Alister McGrath )
"The book captures superbly how one life can be transformed by God for the benefit of others"
(Tricia Neill, President Alpha International )
"Jonathan Aitken has written a book that, enriched by fresh research into unpublished papers, will enhance his reputation as one of today's foremost biographers.Secular and religious readers will alike profit enormously from this book"
(Rev.Dr. Michael Green )
"Jonathan Aitken as always writes with elegance, clarity, and sympathy in describing an extraordinary eighteeneth-century life"
(Graham Tomlin, Principal,St Paul's Theological Centre, Holy Trinity Brompton, London )
"Jonathan Aitken brings to life one of the unsung heroes of the Evangelical Revival"
(Richard Turnbull., Principal, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford )
"Aitken is well-qualified to serve an account of Newton for the modern reader. He is a renowned writer and biographer, a former businessman and politician, and, like Newton, a man whose heart has been changed through amazing grace."
(Ken Costa, Chairman of Alpha International, Vice-Chairman of USB Investment Bank )
Mentioned in The Plain Truth (after an interview with J Aitken)
"a thorough study, superbly written, and an excellent read"
(Keswick Convention Handbook )
Reviewed by Alec Ryrie, Church Times, July, 2007
(Alec Ryrie
Church Times )
'This is an 'amazing' book which tells the story of an 'amazing' Christian life...This is a book to inspire and challenge us as to the true nature of Amazing Grace'
Christianity, October 2007
(Wendy Bray )
Reviewed in Catholic Herald, 2007
(
The Catholic Herald )
"A brilliantly written biography ... Like all good biographers, Jonathan Aitken leaves us with the imprint of the subject firmly in our minds rather than the image of the author, but the engaging style of his narrative displays a personal commitment not only to the subject but also to his reason for living."
Paul Woolley, The Difference
(Paul Woolley, The Difference )
"Mr Aitken's biography... provides a rare spiritual treat and leads us to praise God for His mercy in the reality and wonder of salvation"
Gordon Murray, Protestant Truth, September - October 2007
(Gordan Murray - Protestant Truth )
"meticulously researched...[Aiken] writes beautifully and accessibly."
Reviewed in Christianity, 2008
"Here is a useful account of a great figure of the Evangelical Revival" - Times Literary Supplement
"Well before the end, I was conscious that I was reading another classic ... Aitken writes with real passion for his subject ... This is a book to inform your mind, warm your heart and inspire your Christian walk. I cannot recommend it more highly." - Evangelical Times
"Using diaries and correspondence, this biography crosses the boundaries of history and religion."
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"This fascinating and gripping book makes the life of John Newton come alive for the contemporary reader. There's no hedging on Newton's depravity, nor his utterly passionate devotion to his precious Savior. I highly recommend this excellent work it's one that will transform not only minds but hearts!"
(, )
"Skilled and colorful biographer that he is, my friend Jonathan Aitken has brought to life one of eighteeneth-century England's most influential Christians.
(, )
"Master biographer Jonathan Aitken is in fine form, sympathetic, insightful, scholarly and vivid, and his book, like its subject, must be rated unobtrusively spectacular"
(, )
"A rip-roaring adventure, a passionate romance, and astonishing journey of faith all in one"
(, )
"A fresh, insightful, and inspiring account of this great yet neglected figure. With that rare skill of a superb biographer, Aitken brings Newton to life for a new generation of admirers"
(, )
"The book captures superbly how one life can be transformed by God for the benefit of others"
(, )
"Jonathan Aitken has written a book that, enriched by fresh research into unpublished papers, will enhance his reputation as one of today's foremost biographers.Secular and religious readers will alike profit enormously from this book"
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"Jonathan Aitken as always writes with elegance, clarity, and sympathy in describing an extraordinary eighteeneth-century life"
(, )
"Jonathan Aitken brings to life one of the unsung heroes of the Evangelical Revival"
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"Aitken is well-qualified to serve an account of Newton for the modern reader. He is a renowned writer and biographer, a former businessman and politician, and, like Newton, a man whose heart has been changed through amazing grace."
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"a thorough study, superbly written, and an excellent read"
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Reviewed by Alec Ryrie, Church Times, July, 2007
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Church Times )
'This is an 'amazing' book which tells the story of an 'amazing' Christian life...This is a book to inspire and challenge us as to the true nature of Amazing Grace'
Christianity, October 2007
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"A brilliantly written biography ... Like all good biographers, Jonathan Aitken leaves us with the imprint of the subject firmly in our minds rather than the image of the author, but the engaging style of his narrative displays a personal commitment not only to the subject but also to his reason for living."
Paul Woolley, The Difference
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"Mr Aitken's biography... provides a rare spiritual treat and leads us to praise God for His mercy in the reality and wonder of salvation"
Gordon Murray, Protestant Truth, September - October 2007
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"A new life of John Newton is a fitting celebration of the bicentennial both of Newton's death and of the abolition of the slave trade, Wilberforce's triumph in which Newton played a key role. Master biographer Jonathan Aitken is in fine form, sympathetic, insightful, scholarly, and vivid, and his book, like its subject, must be rated spectacular."
—J. I. Packer, Board of Governors' Professor of Theology, Regent College
"A riveting historical account of the life of this notorious eighteenth-century sinner who was dramatically saved by God's grace. This book should be required reading for any person who loves history, loves the song, and is serious about following Christ."
—Jack Kemp, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; former U.S. Congressman
"A rip-roaring adventure, a passionate romance, and an astonishing journey of faith all in one. I knew the story well, but this telling made a deep impression on me."
—Os Guinness, cofounder, The Trinity Forum; author, The Dust of Death and The Last Christian on Earth
"Jonathan Aitken has written such an intimate account of one of the great saints of God that I can now say I have been mentored by John Newton!"
—Joel Hunter, Senior Pastor, Northland, A Church Distributed, Longwood, Florida
"Jonathan Aitken's fast-paced, well-researched, and detailed book shows why Newton was such an important figure. This is a book to read, ponder, and read again."
—Mark A. Noll, Francis A. McAnaney Professor of History, University of Notre Dame
"A fresh, insightful, and inspiring account of this great figure. With that rare skill of a superb biographer, Aitken brings Newton to life for a new generation of admirers."
—Alister McGrath, Professor of Theology, Ministry and Education, King's College, London
"In careful and colorful detail, Aitken resurrects this nearly forgotten giant of the faith and establishes Newton in his rightful place as one who has altered the course of western history."
—Robert Lupton, President, FCS Urban Ministries, Atlanta
"Skilled biographer that he is, my friend Jonathan Aitken has brought to life one of eighteenth-century England's most influential Christians. The story of amazing grace both in the life of Newton and in the song that has become the Christian national anthem."
—Charles Colson, founder, Prison Fellowship and the Colson Center for Christian Worldview
"Only God could take a vile slave trader and turn him into a useful instrument in abolishing the slave trade and igniting a gospel revival, the flames of which are burning still. The story of Newton's life inspires all who seek to follow the path of Jesus today."
—Timothy George, Founding Dean, Beeson Divinity School; General Editor, Reformation Commentary on Scripture
"John Newton not only wrote one of the greatest hymns of all time-he lived one of the greatest stories of salvation."
—Rodney Stark, Author of The Rise of Christianity
"Even more amazing than Newton's life with all its drama and color is the reminder of how completely revolutionary is God's agenda to change the world his own way and through imperfect, broken people. Newton is just another entry to God's long resumé of his amazing grace in changed lives."
—James MacDonald, Pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel; author, Vertical Church
"An informed, authoritative biography of the man who played a critical role in helping William Wilberforce abolish the slave trade. His life story is absolutely spell-binding. I could not put the book down."
—Armand M. Nicholi Jr., M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School; Author of The Question of God
"Jonathan Aitken has written a book that, enriched by fresh research into unpublished papers, will enhance his reputation as one of today's foremost biographers."
—Michael Green, Author, Theologian, Former Canon Missioner of Holy Trinity Church, Raleigh, North Carolina
