John Bunyan, Pilgrims Progress 1887 Elstow Edition:  Condition: Near Fine. 1887 John Bunyan Pilgrim s Progress Puritan RARE Oak Binding from HIS CHURCH The Pilgrim s Progress is a profound Christian allegory written by John Bunyan in 1678. Narrated as a dream sequence, it details the symbolic journey of a character named Christian, who travels from his hometown, the City of Destruction, to the heavenly Celestial City. The narrative charts Christian s spiritual progress, confronting him with the trials and tribulations of his faith as well as the redemptive power of divine grace and perseverance. Bunyan s masterpiece, which he began while imprisoned for violating England s Conventicle Act, is considered a foundational piece of English literature and religious narrative, having influenced numerous authors and thinkers over centuries. Remarkably, it has been translated into more than 200 languages and has remained in print since its first publication, bearing testament to its timeless message and universal appeal.
This Elstow edition is particularly noteworthy due to its unique oak-wood binding, sourced from Bunyan s own church in Elstow prior to its 1880 restoration. This edition, enriched by illustrations by W. Gunston and others.