Product Description
by John Bunyan (Author), Phil A. Smouse (Retold by), Phil A. Smouse (Illustrator)
Acclaimed as one of the greatest literary masterpieces in the world, John Bunyan's beloved allegory The Pilgrim's Progress has captivated readers for centuries.
Now, children of all ages can experience the trials and joys of our hero's journey as Christian leaves the City of Destruction to seek God's Celestial City in The Pilgrim's Progress Illustrated Adventure for Kids: A Retelling of John Bunyan's Classic Tale.
Author/illustrator Phil Smouse's whimsical, full-color illustrations capture this classic tale in a way that will delight readers. While Phil retains some of Bunyan's original words, he also uses simple and clever phrasing to help children understand the story of why Christian desires to get his heart right with God and the obstacles he faces along the narrow way.
Those familiar with Bunyan's book will be enchanted by Phil's ingenious treatment of the conversations Christian has with the other characters.
The Pilgrim's Progress Illustrated Adventure for Kids is geared toward children up through age twelve but preschoolers will also enjoy this fanciful tale.
Author Biography
Author/illustrator Phil A. Smouse once wanted to be a scientist but that required too much math. So instead, he studied liberal arts, music, and graphic design. Phil has written and illustrated dozens of books, including My Big Book of Bible Stories and My Big Book of Bible People, Places and Things.
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Born in Elstow, England, John Bunyan (1628-1688) was arrested for unauthorized preaching in November 1660. Among other works, he wrote The Pilgrim's Progress during his twelve years of imprisonment.
