William Barclay: The Authorized Biography

William Barclay: The Authorized Biography by Rawlins, Clive L. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780853643920.

William Barclay: The Authorized Biography by Clive Rawlins. Eerdmans 1998. 312 pages Wiliam Barclay took his spiritual insight into the Bible and his work around the world. This text describes the man and his work. Part one : The preparation -- The background : a highland son -- William Dugald Barclay : a highland father -- Motherwell claims them -- Glasgow revisited : humanity and happiness -- The disciplining of faith -- Part two : The commencement -- Ordination and early days -- Marriage and family life -- The prewar years -- In part summary : views and method -- The war years : and extended ministry -- The joy of achievement -- Part three : The fulfillment -- The aftermath of war -- He extends his base -- The battery hen years -- The crucible of suffering -- Life at its peak -- The crest of the wave -- Part four : the conclusion -- His highest honor, his lowest point -- Anchor firm remaining -- The evening-time of life. Includes bibliographical references (pages 715-745) and index.