The Pilgrim's Progress

Set against the backdrop of Bunyan's twelve-year imprisonment, this Christian allegory follows a dreamlike journey of a protagonist named Christian, who seeks salvation and faces various trials along the way. The narrative, rich with symbolism and moral lessons, reflects Bunyan's Puritan beliefs and critiques societal norms of his time. As one of the first English novels, it has garnered immense popularity and is noted for its profound influence on literature and religious thought.