The Journey Home: An Allegory (1854)

by Edward Monro

Book Overview

The Journey Home: An Allegory is a novel written by Edward Monro and first published in 1854. The book is an allegory, which means that it tells a story that has a deeper, symbolic meaning. The story follows the journey of a young man named Christian, who sets out from his hometown in search of a better life. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges that test his faith and resolve.As Christian travels, he meets a number of characters who represent different aspects of life and spirituality. These include a wise old man named Evangelist, who guides Christian on his journey, and a deceitful character named Apollyon, who tries to lead Christian astray. Christian also encounters a group of travelers who are headed in the same direction as him, and they form a bond as they face the challenges together.Throughout the book, Christian learns important lessons about faith, perseverance, and the power of belief. He also discovers the true meaning of home and the importance of staying true to oneself. The Journey Home: An Allegory is a timeless tale of self-discovery and spiritual growth that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165084570
• ISBN13: 9781165084579
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"