Charles Wesley books in order
English Methodist and hymn writer
- Lived
- 1707–1788
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 4
Charles Wesley published 1 novel and 3 other books, beginning with O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing (1740). The best-known is A Short Account of the Death of Mrs. Hannah Richardson (1741).
Updated September 2026
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A Short Account of the Death of Mrs. Hannah Richardson
Charles Wesley's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing (1740)
Other books in order
A Short Account of the Death of Mrs. Hannah Richardson (1741)
Short Hymns on Select Passages of the Holy Scriptures (1762)
Hymns for Children (1763)
About Charles Wesley
Charles Wesley was an English Anglican cleric and a principal leader of the Methodist movement. Wesley was a prolific hymnwriter who wrote over 6,500 hymns during his lifetime. His works include "And Can It Be", "O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing", "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today", "Love Divine, All Loves Excelling", the carol "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing", and "Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending".
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Charles Wesley FAQ
- How many books has Charles Wesley written?
- Charles Wesley published 1 novel and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Charles Wesley's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Short Account of the Death of Mrs. Hannah Richardson.
- What is Charles Wesley's last book?
- O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing (1740).
- What is Charles Wesley's most famous book?
- A Short Account of the Death of Mrs. Hannah Richardson (1741) is Charles Wesley's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.