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The story follows the ten‑year‑old blind daughter of John Bunyan, the author of "Pilgrim's Progress," as she wrestles with her faith amid her father’s imprisonment for his dissenting sermons. Set against the backdrop of Great Britain’s historical religious tensions, the narrative explores themes of perseverance, family loyalty, and spiritual conviction while highlighting the experiences of people with visual impairments.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Wendy Lawton
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