John Bunyan

Broschiertes Buch

Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners

Beschreibung

This vintage book contains John Bunyan¿s 1666 autobiography, ¿Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners¿. Bunyan wrote this autobiography during his twelve-year incarceration in Bedford goal for preaching without a licence. A fascinating account of his life, ¿Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners¿ is a must-read for anyone with an interest in John Bunyan, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. John Bunyan (1628 - 1688) was an English writer and preacher most famous for writing the religious allegory ¿The Pilgrim's Progress¿. Many antiquarian texts such as this, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Autor

Born in 1628 in Elstow, Bedfordshire, England, John Bunyan was the son of a tinker and received minimal formal education. At sixteen, he joined the Parliamentary Army during the English Civil War, serving for three years before returning to his hometown to practice his father's trade. His early life was marked by internal spiritual conflicts and a quest for religious understanding.After marrying, Bunyan became deeply involved with a nonconformist group known as the Bedford Meeting, where he eventually emerged as a prominent preacher. His refusal to cease preaching without official sanction led to his arrest and a twelve-year imprisonment. During this time, he penned Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners, a spiritual autobiography detailing his religious experiences and struggles.Following his release, Bunyan continued his ministry and writing, producing The Pilgrim's Progress in 1678, which achieved immediate acclaim and has since become a classic of English literature. He remained an influential figure in his community until his death in 1688, leaving behind a legacy of profound religious writings that continue to inspire readers worldwide.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Caven Press
• Seitenzahl: 114
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Juli 2011
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 155g
• ISBN-13: 9781447418177
• ISBN-10: 1447418174
• Artikelnr.: 33934050