Tyndale: The Man Who Gave God an English Voice

I received this book compliments of booksneeze.com for an honest review. This book, Tyndale: The Man Who Gave God an English Voice by David Teems, was not what I was expecting. First I must say that I am thankful for William Tyndale and all he did. With that being said, this was the longest, most drawn-out book ever. I had a terrible time getting myself to finish it. This is more of a factual information book. It is in chronological and historical order without a story woven into it. It was not in Tyndale's voice, but that of the author. The only thing that kept me going through the book was the beautiful quotes of Tyndale, such as this one. "I totally dissent from those who are unwilling that the Sacred Scriptures, translated into the vulgar tongue, should be read by private individuals, as if Christ had taught such a subtle doctrines that they can with difficulty be understood by a very few theologians, or as if the strength of the Christian religion lay in men's ignorance of it. The mysteries of kings it were perhaps better to conceal, but Christ wishes His mysteries to be published as widely as possible" (p. 21). What I did learn from the book was the gift Tyndale had for language. He was definitely inspired by God in how he translated the words into English. I would recommend this book to those who are seeking historical facts, but not a sit-down and read story. I will give this a 3 star rating.