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Love in the Ruins
The Adventures of a Bad Catholic at a Time Near the End of the World
Book • 1971
In 'Love in the Ruins,' Walker Percy crafts a satirical narrative that delves into the intersection of science, humanity, and faith.
The story follows Dr. Tom More, a psychiatrist who invents a device called the 'Lapsometer,' which can diagnose and treat mental illnesses.
Set in a dystopian near-future, the novel critiques modern society and explores the complexities of human relationships, moral decay, and the search for meaning amidst chaos.
The story follows Dr. Tom More, a psychiatrist who invents a device called the 'Lapsometer,' which can diagnose and treat mental illnesses.
Set in a dystopian near-future, the novel critiques modern society and explores the complexities of human relationships, moral decay, and the search for meaning amidst chaos.
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as one of Walker Percy's books.

Matthew Sitman

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Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451: Hopeful Futures in Dystopian Narratives
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as an end times novel that predicted the current state of society.

Russell Moore

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as another Catholic novel set in the South, noted for its humor and cultural prophecy.


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as the next book to be discussed on the podcast.


Father Wesley Walker

The Castle of Otranto
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when discussing Catholic authors with a sacramental imagination.


Ian Morgan Cron

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for his insights on guilt and secular perspectives.


Timothy Keller

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