The Tinker's Progress: A Biography of John Bunyan (Biography)

“‘The Tinker’s Progress: The Life and Times of John Bunyan’ by Jacob Tanner introduces us afresh to the sustaining, saving, and shaping work of God’s providential hand in the life of John Bunyan. This work provides insightful reflections on historical events used by God to produce one of my spiritual heroes. I highly commend this work to anyone who desires to get to know the man who gave us The Pilgrims Progress better.”

“In his excellent book … Jacob Tanner has given the Church a great gift: a timeless treasure of Bunyan’s life and ministry. I pray The Tinker’s Progress will be read widely and encourage a new generation to read and study Bunyan’s theology, thereby being shaped and molded by the Bible like Bunyan.”

“Perhaps no single pastor has shaped the Christian imagination more than John Bunyan, but few today know much about this tinker–turned–pastor. Jacob Tanner beautifully tells the story of Bunyan’s life and ministry, allowing us to observe and be shaped by Bunyan’s progress down the pilgrim’s path. I highly recommend this book for all who desire to know John Bunyan better. ”

“Full of life, intrigue, and expressiveness, Tanner’s biography on John Bunyan gives us an even–handed yet sympathetic treatment of one of Puritanism’s most well–loved heroes. More than straight biography, however, Tanner sprinkles his offering with biblical and theological insights, as well as anecdotes from church history. The skillful weaving of all these elements together leaves us with a delightful and encouraging story of the beloved Tinker. Warmly recommended!”