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Author: John Bunyan
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The Pilgrim's Progress (Dover Thrift Editions) Description
Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 828.407
EAN: 9780486426754
ISBN: 0486426750
Label: Dover Publications
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 336
Publication Date: 2003-02-10
Publisher: Dover Publications
Studio: Dover Publications
Dewey Decimal Number: 828.407
EAN: 9780486426754
ISBN: 0486426750
Label: Dover Publications
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 336
Publication Date: 2003-02-10
Publisher: Dover Publications
Studio: Dover Publications
Editorial Review of The Pilgrim's Progress (Dover Thrift Editions)
One of the most powerful dramas of Christian faith ever written, this captivating allegory of man's religious journey in search of salvation follows the pilgrim as he travels an obstacle-filled road to the Celestial City. An enormously influential 17th-century classic, universally known for its simplicity, vigor, and beauty of language.
Customer Reviews of The Pilgrim's Progress (Dover Thrift Editions)
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Pilgrim'a Progress
Review: This is a time honored book, of which I am using as a text book in my adult Sunday School Class. I am using Maureen L. Bradley's "Study Guide" as an outline to the study. I have only one criticism of the book; they left out the scriptural references, which are found in earlier publication and/or by other publisher's. The book itself was received in excellent condition, and in a timely manner.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: intriguing
Review: I decided I wanted to read this book a while ago and found it for a great price here on Amazon (around $3-$4). Originally a little turned off by the language, I soon found it very intriguing and an all around great story. I would recommend it for anyone with an interest in the Christian faith and I would assume it to be a pretty interesting otherwise. I am nearly done with Christian's journey and looking forward to the second part as well.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: What can I possibly add?
Review: This book is necessary reading by everyone. Assuredly, every Christian should read it to gain strength and encouragement. It is as relevant today as it was when it was first written. If you need a deeper insight into the Christian walk, via the allegory, this timeless masterpiece will help. Should you want to better understand the trials and sufferings a believer faces, read the book and let it speak to you.
The Pilgrim's Progress was written in two parts, the first in 1678 and the second in 1684, while Bunyan was in prison. The earliest edition in which the two parts combined in one volume came in 1728. There did appear a third part which was falsely attributed to Bunyan in 1693 (The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come), and was reprinted as late as 1852. Missionaries many times translated the work (after the Bible) into the language spoken by the people in their mission field.
After the Bible and Mere Christianity, this is MUST READING.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: A Christian Classic
Review: Written primarily while Bunyan was in prison for preaching outside of the Church of England during the late 1600s, this allegory marks the steps of a character named Christian through a journey to the Celestial City (Heaven). Disgusted by his life of carnality in his home town, Christian sets off on a journey prompted by talking with a man named Evangelist. He goes through a variety of struggles and eventually arrives at the cross where Christ takes his burden away.
He then continues on his journey and has to fight an apocalyptic dragon known as Apollyon who wants him to return to his former life then attempts to kill him. Christian uses the sword of the Spirit (aka the Bible) to combat the dragon and continues on his journey. He also goes through the valley of the shadow of death.
A friend that he meets along the way is named Faithful and travels with him a while until they reach the town of Vanity Fair. It is here where their steadfastness and commitment to their faith and striving for the Celestial City causes an uproar amongst the citizens of the city. Christian and Faithful are imprisoned and then Faithful is burned at the stake sending him on to the presence of Christ early.
Christian escapes and continues in his journey while picking up another companion named Hopeful. They encounter people such as Flatterer who leads them astray, the giant Despair, Atheist, and countless other such characters who's actions are described by their names.
Eventually, Christian and Hopeful arrive in the Celestial City and are welcomed in by the King. As I read this passage, it made me think of finishing a race in which the crowd is lining the passageway and cheering the runners on to the finish. It was a neat mental picture of coming home to Heaven having finished the race.
The book provides good insight as to both the Christian life as well as that of people in the world and the various struggles, encounters, and types of people one comes into contact with throughout life. At times, the book was heavy on philosophy and could have used a bit more action rather than long discourse. Though I believe I've seen children's versions of this story, this original version was certainly written for the advanced high school or college level student.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: a great book to read...
Review: This book is a classic and a must read for all Christians. You can see yourself in the day to day events that the author describes. Written in the 1600's, it is so relevant to us still today and follows the Bible very well.
Review Summary: Pilgrim'a Progress
Review: This is a time honored book, of which I am using as a text book in my adult Sunday School Class. I am using Maureen L. Bradley's "Study Guide" as an outline to the study. I have only one criticism of the book; they left out the scriptural references, which are found in earlier publication and/or by other publisher's. The book itself was received in excellent condition, and in a timely manner.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: intriguing
Review: I decided I wanted to read this book a while ago and found it for a great price here on Amazon (around $3-$4). Originally a little turned off by the language, I soon found it very intriguing and an all around great story. I would recommend it for anyone with an interest in the Christian faith and I would assume it to be a pretty interesting otherwise. I am nearly done with Christian's journey and looking forward to the second part as well.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: What can I possibly add?
Review: This book is necessary reading by everyone. Assuredly, every Christian should read it to gain strength and encouragement. It is as relevant today as it was when it was first written. If you need a deeper insight into the Christian walk, via the allegory, this timeless masterpiece will help. Should you want to better understand the trials and sufferings a believer faces, read the book and let it speak to you.
The Pilgrim's Progress was written in two parts, the first in 1678 and the second in 1684, while Bunyan was in prison. The earliest edition in which the two parts combined in one volume came in 1728. There did appear a third part which was falsely attributed to Bunyan in 1693 (The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come), and was reprinted as late as 1852. Missionaries many times translated the work (after the Bible) into the language spoken by the people in their mission field.
After the Bible and Mere Christianity, this is MUST READING.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: A Christian Classic
Review: Written primarily while Bunyan was in prison for preaching outside of the Church of England during the late 1600s, this allegory marks the steps of a character named Christian through a journey to the Celestial City (Heaven). Disgusted by his life of carnality in his home town, Christian sets off on a journey prompted by talking with a man named Evangelist. He goes through a variety of struggles and eventually arrives at the cross where Christ takes his burden away.
He then continues on his journey and has to fight an apocalyptic dragon known as Apollyon who wants him to return to his former life then attempts to kill him. Christian uses the sword of the Spirit (aka the Bible) to combat the dragon and continues on his journey. He also goes through the valley of the shadow of death.
A friend that he meets along the way is named Faithful and travels with him a while until they reach the town of Vanity Fair. It is here where their steadfastness and commitment to their faith and striving for the Celestial City causes an uproar amongst the citizens of the city. Christian and Faithful are imprisoned and then Faithful is burned at the stake sending him on to the presence of Christ early.
Christian escapes and continues in his journey while picking up another companion named Hopeful. They encounter people such as Flatterer who leads them astray, the giant Despair, Atheist, and countless other such characters who's actions are described by their names.
Eventually, Christian and Hopeful arrive in the Celestial City and are welcomed in by the King. As I read this passage, it made me think of finishing a race in which the crowd is lining the passageway and cheering the runners on to the finish. It was a neat mental picture of coming home to Heaven having finished the race.
The book provides good insight as to both the Christian life as well as that of people in the world and the various struggles, encounters, and types of people one comes into contact with throughout life. At times, the book was heavy on philosophy and could have used a bit more action rather than long discourse. Though I believe I've seen children's versions of this story, this original version was certainly written for the advanced high school or college level student.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: a great book to read...
Review: This book is a classic and a must read for all Christians. You can see yourself in the day to day events that the author describes. Written in the 1600's, it is so relevant to us still today and follows the Bible very well.