The Pilgrim's Progress: A Readable Modern-Day Version of John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress

The Pilgrim's Progress Series, Book 1

By: John Bunyan, Alan Vermilye

Narrated by: Alan Vermilye

Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

The most accessible version of Pilgrim’s Progress available!

Listening to The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan can be a bit challenging. Not so with this new version that translates the original archaic language into simple, conversational English, allowing listeners of all ages to easily navigate the most popular Christian allegory of all time.

The story chronicles the epic adventure of a man named Christian who leaves his home in the City of Destruction and begins a life-long quest to the Celestial City. Set against the backdrop of a hazardous journey, this powerful drama unfolds as Christian’s adventures lead him into fascinating lands and encounters with interesting people who either help or hinder his progress along a narrow way. With a gallery of memorable characters and visits to colorful places, Bunyan’s allegorical narrative describes one man's extraordinary adventure on his journey to faith.

Without losing any faithfulness to the original text, now you can listen to Bunyan’s timeless classic and reimagine this famous quest that has challenged and encouraged believers for centuries.

The audiobook includes the original Bible references and a Bible study guide is available separately for individual and small group use.

Frequently asked questions:

Is the book unabridged?

Yes. The most important consideration was to convert the original, archaic language into simple conversational English without losing any faithfulness to Bunyan’s text. When compared to the original version, you will find no key element missing. What you will find is sentence construction and certain interpretations of character reactions modified or enhanced to produce a more contemporary style of expression without sacrificing the intrinsic message. Also, instead of using the antiquated term “stages” to separate book sections, you will find chapter headings and subdivisions.

Does this book include part one and part two?

This book only includes part one, which chronicles the journey of Christian to the Celestial City. Part two chronicles the journey of his wife and children.

What age group is the book for?

The book is appropriate for all readers 12 and up and is a favorite of renowned authors such as Charles Spurgeon, C.S. Lewis, John Newton, George Whitefield, and many others.

Is there a Bible study?

Yes. The Pilgrim’s Progress Study Guide, available separately, will guide you through Bunyan’s masterful use of metaphors to a better understanding of key concepts of the book, supporting Bible passages, and the relevance to our world today. Each study question is ideal for group discussion and answers to each question are available online.

Can I use other book versions with the study?

No. Although, there are many versions of this Bunyan classic, this version is the only book made specifically for this study. Each chapter, sub section, and study question of both the book and study guide are designed to be used with each other. Other book versions will feel drastically different and not match up with the study questions and format of this study.

©2020 Alan Vermilye (P)2020 Alan Vermilye

Pilgrims progress

The book is excellent in in todays English easy to understand I read this as a book report book

Amazing!!!!

This is the first book ever that I listened to all the way through. The story is very captivating, and applicable to the Christian walk.

Pilgrims Progress

It is very good. Of course it is a classic for a reason, but I felt that this “translation” was useful in making such a classic story practical as Bunyan would have wanted it to be.

this is a beautiful, timeless story!

This story is absolutely beautiful and gives a very good look into becoming a follower of Christ. I could see myself in the characters in so many ways.

Truth

Great book. I am so thankful for this being put in modern English. Thank you so much.

Easier to understand, as Alan claims

The first time I read this story, I read the original. It can be hard to understand. I've read several different versions and this maybe my favorite. Alan sincerely stayed true to the original text. Well done. =)

Brought to life!

This was an amazing version of the Pilgrim’s Progress that truly brought it to life! I highly recommend this update of a classic.

Incredible

I am thankful this book was made and recommended to me. May it being others closer to Christ, save souls, and glorify God.

Beautiful story told

A beautiful book for everyone to read it brought so much perspective to the Christian struggles. I want to read the physical book which I bought too. I could listen to this book daily.

Wow

I can relate to many journeys. Great read, especially for a Christian on their journey.