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Mentioned in 16 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.

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Mentioned in 16 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
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Joe Rigney
as an example of a character who narrates their story as a victim.
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The Sin of Empathy — A Conversation with Joe Rigney
Recommended by Annie Crawford for a symbolic world reading in January 2025.
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374 - The Role of St. John the Baptist
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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
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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
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Fabian Graßl
as the author of books with imaginative apologetics.
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Triggergefahr? Wie Du Glaubensgespräche meistern kannst
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Angelina Stanford
as a book she read around the same time as Phantastes.
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Episode 71: Phantastes, Ch. 1-4
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Michael Dauphinais
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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 in relation to Tolkien's friendship with C.S. Lewis.
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Ep 131 - The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien
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Fr. Mike Schmitz
as a novel that imaginatively presents the problem of pain and how God can use it redemptively.
Day 206: Healing the Sick (2025)
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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
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Thomas Banks
in the context of teaching experiences and student reactions to unlikeable characters.
Episode 254: The Literary Life 2025 Season Preview
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Annie Crawford
as C.S. Lewis's best book, gathering together all the threads of his thought.
377 - Annie Crawford - The Breakthrough of Myth
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Erik Rostad
, who often mentions it on the Books of Titans podcast.
Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
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Mark Clark
in relation to the concept of new birth and identity in Christ.
The Mother’s Song
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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
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Andrew Petiprin
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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
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Ethan Senn
as a book read in the spring with commentary.
How to Start Building Your Tribe: Who Should Be in It?
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Parker Sedeckes
and discussed with Dr.
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Michael Ward
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Ep. 133 - After Humanity and The Abolition of Man w/Dr. Michael Ward

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