Beyond the Walls Book Chat
J.R.R. Tolkien once said, "Fairy tales do not deny the existence of sorrow and failure; they give a fleeting glimpse of joy beyond the walls of the world, poignant as grief."
This podcast is designed to take you on a journey beyond those walls to discover the joy, wisdom, and timeless lessons classic books offer. If you have a thirst for knowledge, a love for literature, and a desire to grow through the wisdom of authors long gone then this podcast is for you. Use these episodes to curate a personal reading list that enriches your mind and soul. Let's embark on a literary adventure together and find the joy that lies beyond the walls.
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Beyond the Walls Book Chat
A Fairy Tale
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Tonight is our first look at That Hideous Strength, the third and final book in the Ransom Trilogy. We'll explore the setting and meet the important characters. Two big questions to be answered right away are, who are the players in this organization called the N.I.C.E. and what are the details of their nefarious plan to conquer nature? Lewis constructed his fairy tale like concentric rings that ripple out from the center (Merlin's Well) and then twist and whirl around the marriage of Mark & Jane Studdock. Lastly, we'll reveal how Ransom fits into all the drama and how his previous journeys to Mars and Venus have prepared him for his final battle with evil?