First Among Bunyan's Critics: T. S., Imitative Sequel Writer

• Published in: Bunyan studies no. 21; pp. 55 - 72
• Main Author: Garrett, Christopher E
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumbria University, Department of Humanities, Faculty of Arts, Design and Social Sciences 01.01.2017
• Subjects: 17th century; Allegory; Authenticity; Authorship; British & Irish literature; Bunyan, John (1628-1688); Bunyan, John (1628-88); Christianity; Collaboration; English literature; Folklore; Literary characters; Literary criticism; Literary devices; Literary influences; Meditation; Narrative techniques; Publishing; Publishing industry; Readers; Reading; Religion; Remakes & sequels; Spirituality; Theology; Truth; Writers; New York; United Kingdom > UK; United States > US; England

According to her reading, although in The Second Part it is obvious that its author is opposed to High Church practice, his book appeals to a church tradition and weaves into the text a liturgical pattern.13 It is certainly true that T. S. stresses the importance of communion. To help us understand...