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The Pilgrim's Progress from This World, To That Which Is toCome (Penguin Classics)
John Bunyan
The Pilgrim's Progress is a profound Christian allegory that chronicles the spiritual journey of its protagonist, a man named Christian, as he travels from the 'City of Destruction' to the desired 'Celestial City,' which represents Heaven. Burdened by the weight of sin, Christian sets out on his pilgrimage, which is presented in the similitude of a dream. Along the straight and narrow way, he encounters various symbolic characters and landmarks, which represent the trials, temptations, and obstacles a believer faces, such as the Slough of Despond, Vanity Fair, and the Valley of the Shadow of Death. Guided by figures like Evangelist, and meeting allies such as Faithful and Hopeful, the story emphasizes the themes of faith, perseverance, and salvation required to complete the difficult but rewarding journey toward eternal life.
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1 copy
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Pages
294
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780140430042
ISBN-10
0140430040
Language
English
Published
1965-12-30
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