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Book Review of The Tinker's Daughter: A Story Based on the Life of Mary Bunyan (Daughters of the Faith)

The Tinker's Daughter: A Story Based on the Life of Mary Bunyan (Daughters of the Faith)
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John Bunyan, the author of Pilgim's Progress, mentions only one of his six children in his memoirs: Mary. Born blind in 17thc England, she held a special place in her father's heart. When Mr. Bunyan is arrested for unlawful preaching, young Mary travels the streets of Bedford each day, bringing soup to the prison. She resolves to prove she is independent and not hindered by her blindness. Only when she realizes she needs help does she turn to the Lord, the source of all strength.