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Mentioned in 14 episodes
Till We Have Faces
Book • 1956
This novel is a retelling of the ancient myth of Cupid and Psyche, narrated by Orual, the ugly and bitter older sister of the beautiful Psyche.
Orual's story is a complex exploration of envy, betrayal, loss, and the journey towards self-awareness and redemption.
The book delves into Orual's life as she grapples with her love for Psyche, her anger towards the gods, and her eventual realization of her own flaws and the true nature of her feelings.
The narrative is divided into two parts, reflecting Orual's transformation from a state of bitterness and self-deception to one of understanding and mercy.
Orual's story is a complex exploration of envy, betrayal, loss, and the journey towards self-awareness and redemption.
The book delves into Orual's life as she grapples with her love for Psyche, her anger towards the gods, and her eventual realization of her own flaws and the true nature of her feelings.
The narrative is divided into two parts, reflecting Orual's transformation from a state of bitterness and self-deception to one of understanding and mercy.
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Mentioned in 14 episodes
Mentioned by Annie Crawford as a book for a symbolic world reading.

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375 - Paul Kingsnorth - Western Civilization Is Already Dead
Recommended by Annie Crawford for a symbolic world reading in January 2025.

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374 - The Role of St. John the Baptist
Recommended by
Fr. Mike Schmitz as his favorite novel, highlighting its exploration of self-deception and the importance of honest self-reflection.


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12/15/24 Face to Face: Til We Have Faces
Mentioned by Cindy Rollins in a discussion about rereading books and changing perspectives over time.

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Episode 267: “Best of” Series – An Experiment in Criticism, Ch. 8-9
Mentioned by Michael Dauphinais and
Joseph Pearce as C.S. Lewis's last work of fiction and his personal favorite.


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Till We Have Faces w/ Joseph Pearce | Ep. 78
Mentioned by Thomas Banks in the context of teaching experiences and student reactions to unlikeable characters.

Episode 254: The Literary Life 2025 Season Preview
Mentioned by Mark Vernon as expanding on themes from "The Abolition of Man" in surprising directions.

The Abolition of Man, That Hideous Strength, Till We Have Faces. CS Lewis as prophet of dark times
Recommended by Annie Crawford as C.S. Lewis's best book, gathering together all the threads of his thought.

377 - Annie Crawford - The Breakthrough of Myth
Mentioned by
Andrew Klavan as a book that explodes Jungian thought by emphasizing the importance of believing in something outside of oneself.


Andrew Klavan: Why the West secularized Christmas
Mentioned by Annie Crawford in the introduction to her online course.

373 - Matthew Wilkinson - Mystical Bach and the Breakdown of Music
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Andrew Petiprin and Joseph Pearce ; discussed as Lewis's greatest work, exploring themes of narcissism, humility, and the ability to see true faces.


Joseph Pearce: Fifty Great Books to Read Before You Die
Mentioned by Michael Oppizzi as the book he wrote his master's thesis on, focusing on its themes of silence and self-knowledge.

#198 CS Lewis’ Final Novel: Ancient Myth and Modern Relevance
Mentioned in relation to Tolkien's friendship with C.S. Lewis.

Ep 131 - The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien