Sophie’s World is a philosophical novel written by Jostein Gaarder. The book was first published in 1991 and has since become a popular read for both philosophy enthusiasts and general readers alike. The novel follows the story of a young girl named Sophie Amundsen, who begins to receive mysterious letters that introduce her to the …
Types of Allegories
The Celestial Omnibus is a short story by E.M. Forster that is often regarded as a masterpiece of modern fantasy. The story follows the journey of a young boy named Cyril, who embarks on a magical journey through the countryside on a celestial omnibus. Throughout the story, Forster explores complex themes such as spirituality, imagination, …
Blindness is a novel by Portuguese author José Saramago, published in 1995. The book tells the story of an epidemic of blindness that sweeps through an unnamed city, leaving its victims in a state of complete darkness. The novel is an allegory for the human condition, exploring themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for …
The Holy War is an allegorical novel written by John Bunyan and published in 1682. It tells the story of the town of Mansoul, which is besieged by the forces of the devil, and is later saved by the army of Emanuel. The novel is a religious allegory that uses the town of Mansoul to …
The Bridge of San Luis Rey is a novel written by Thornton Wilder, first published in 1927. The novel tells the story of a group of people who die when a bridge collapses in Lima, Peru, in 1714. The book explores the idea of fate and the interconnectedness of life, as the lives of the …
The Purple Cloud is a science fiction novel written by M.P. Shiel, which was first published in 1901. The book is set in the future and tells the story of Adam Jeffson, the last man alive after a poisonous purple cloud covers the Earth. The novel is known for its use of allegory, which adds …
“The Little Prince” is a classic novella written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry in 1943. The book has been translated into over 300 languages, making it one of the most translated books in history. It is a story about a young prince who travels from planet to planet, meeting various characters and learning life lessons along …
The Age of Reason is a philosophical work by Thomas Paine, published in three parts between 1794 and 1807. The book is a defense of Deism, a religious philosophy that emphasizes reason and natural law, and a critique of organized religion. Paine argues that reason, rather than revelation, is the best guide to understanding God …
The Mirror of Simple Souls is a work of Christian mysticism by Marguerite Porete that deals with the workings of Divine Love. The book is a dynamic conversation between the personifications of Love, Reason, and Truth. The mystic states that she believes there is a sevenfold annihilation of various components of the soul. They are …
Behemoth is a creature that appears in the Book of Job, a book of the Hebrew Bible. The creature is described as a powerful and untamable animal that only God can control. Some scholars believe that Behemoth is an allegory for the earthly powers that are opposed to God, while others believe that it is …