Works of John Bunyan — Complete
by Bunyan, John
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Project Gutenberg ID
6049
Reading Ease
Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
Summary
"Works of John Bunyan — Complete" by John Bunyan is a collection of religious treatises compiled in the late 17th century. This comprehensive anthology includes Bunyan's most significant works, along with an introduction, annotations, and a biographical sketch, providing insights into his life and the era in which he lived. The main focus is on Bunyan's personal spiritual journey, particularly his transformation from a life of sin and debauchery to one of piety and profound faith. The opening of this collection presents a detailed account of Bunyan's early life, illustrating the humble beginnings from which he emerged. Born into a poor family and raised amidst moral corruption, he initially fell victim to the vices of his time, including cursing and swearing. The narrative captures the internal conflict that began to plague him as he faced his sinful nature and sought redemption. Influenced by his religious wife's piety and the earnest conversations of godly women, Bunyan's journey towards spiritual awakening is sparked by moments of divine intervention and personal reflection, leading to his eventual conversion and desire to serve God. His early experiences set the foundation for the powerful allegories and theological insights he would later develop in his renowned works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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en
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Category: Religion/Spirituality
Category: Biographies
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Bunyan, John, 1628-1688
Authors, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography
Christian literature, English -- History and criticism
Puritans -- England -- Biography
Christian literature, English