Author: John Bunyon / Year: 1628-1688 / Genre: FictionThe Pilgrim's Progress is based on several values based in the teachings of Christianity. The importance of using
the Bible as a guiding principle in life, of traveling not just geographically but also spiritually, the emphasis on
community living and of the companionship of fellow people and many other themes.
The story begins with a detailed explanation by the author in which he explains his beliefs about misconceptions
in people's minds about religion and fiction. He examines the role of stories and parables in the Bible and how
they are used to teach us certain lessons about life. The narration goes on to portray a dream that the narrator
has once when he is wandering in the wilderness. In the dream, a man named Christian is visited by a spiritual
guide called Evangelist who urges him to leave his home in the City of Destruction and embark on an arduous
journey to the Celestial City. Christian's family and friends refuse to go with him and he finally leaves alone,
carrying a heavy burden.



