The Pilgrim's Progress: From This World to That Which Is to Come

John Bunyan

Sep 2009 · Crossway

About this ebook

Thirty all-new, full-page, color illustrations and edited text for ease of reading make this the edition of John Bunyan's classic allegorical tale to own and to give.

For more than three centuries both Christians and non-Christians, young and old, have been fascinated by the characters and story of John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress: From This World to That Which Is to Come-regarded as one of the most significant works of English literature. While keeping the dignity and beauty of Bunyan's language, editor C. J. Lovik has updated words and phrases for today's readers.

This deluxe edition of Pilgrim's Progress, brought to life in forty all-new, full-page, color illustrations by award-winning illustrator Mike Wimmer, takes readers on a visually stunning journey with protagonist Christian as he seeks the Celestial City. Along the way, readers encounter Evangelist, Mr. Worldly Wisdom, the Interpreter, Hypocrisy, Watchful, Faithful, Talkative, Hopeful, Ignorance, and others. Through word and picture, readers will better understand the obstacles and encouragements they will face as they live out the Christian life this side of heaven.

Ratings and reviews

This is an excellent edition of the classic book. The illustrations are beautiful. Especially helpful are the many footnotes in every chapter, clarifying the meaning of what Christian, Faithful, and Hopeful meet along their journey to Heaven. The story vividly paints a true picture of the hopeless condition of those ignorant of salvation. Each condition to avoid is colorfully portrayed and comes to a disastrous end. The story is faithful to biblical teachings, passages referenced throughout. That salvation comes through grace alone by faith in Jesus Christ apart from human works is the book's clear theme. Every Christian should read this and take heart not only the stunning warnings but also the comforting promises of the Gospel.

About the author

John Bunyan (1628–1688) was a Reformed Baptist preacher in the Church of England. He is most famous for his celebrated Pilgrim's Progress, which he penned in prison. Bunyan was author of nearly sixty other books and tracts, including The Holy War and Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners.