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Geraldine McCaughrean (Author), Jason Cockroft (Illustrator)
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  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder Children's Books; New Ed edition (19 April 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0340844108
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340844106
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 12.7 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 82,772 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Award-winning author Geraldine Mccaughrean tackles John Bunyon's classic story with a charm and poise that successfully breathe life into the ancient chronicle of a young man called Christian as he undertakes the journey of a lifetime to the City of Gold.

As a revered and well-worn tale, A Pilgrim's Progress may seem at odds with the modernity of current children's writing, but it has in fact all the elements that make a child really sit up and take notice--drama, excitement and adventure.

Partnered by Jason Cockcroft, whose startling contemporary illustrations contrast with the age-old fable and bring an added poignancy to the story of a youth with a mission in life. McCaughrean neatly draws the drama out, gradually allowing the reader to conclude that Christian is not so different from latter day heroes after all.

A stunning, complex retelling of a classic story, this exciting and unusual version of The Pilgrim's Progress is both comprehensive and remarkable as it brings a centuries-old yarn bang up to date for the thoroughly modern reader without losing any of the spirit of Bunyan's original work. (Age 10 and over) --Susan Harrison --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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beautifully and imaginatively written -- Ian Hislop, Private Eye editor (on the judging pan 'Charming, beautifully illustrated retelling' -- Bournemouth Daily Echo, 3rd February 2001 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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This book will grab the attention of any inquisitive child or grown up. The well-known story is re-told so that any child can understand and relate to it and the vivid pictures bring the whole epic to life. As was Bunyan's intention, all of life's battles are encapsulated within the story and the lessons spelt out clearly. The story unravels the mysteries surrounding God, the crucifiction, the resurrection and heaven so that a child can understand it. It will also help any adult looking into Christianity to deepen their understanding in a clear and enjoyable way. This book is a must for any God parents to give to their God children from 7 upwards.
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An 18th century Christian classic by John Bunyan, born 1628, who was a poor tinker and later a soldier with Cromwell's Parliamentarian army. He married a poor girl whose dowry was two books, 'The Plain Man's Guide to Pathway to Heaven' and 'Practice of Piety'. Reading these books transformed Bunyan's life and he became a lay preacher at a time when it was illegal for the laity to preach in Britain. Whilst in prison for the second time he wrote 'Pilgrim's Progress'.

This version, abridged by Geraldine McCaughrean, won the first Blue Peter overall Book of the Year award (December 2000). It is a highly enjoyable retelling of the story, with some simplifications in language for the younger reader. Some of the names are altered, for example, the most lugubrious 'Slough of Despond' is called 'The Great Bog Misery' - which is good, if not quite the same. And one word, which might be outside the scope of the average young person - 'donjon', the central tower or keep of a castle - sent me to the dictionary, but overall the effect is marvellous. The book is richly illustrated with very good colour and black and white illustrations by Jason Cockcroft. An ideal gift and a great introduction to the full work.

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A Pilgrim's Progress (Classic Stories)]. Brilliant book & very effective. My 9 year old son started the 'original' book but we faltered and stopped - just too difficult. Then a friend suggested this one. Success! He loved it!
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