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Mentioned in 5 episodes
The Space Trilogy
The Ransom Trilogy
Book • 2021
The trilogy consists of 'Out of the Silent Planet', 'Perelandra', and 'That Hideous Strength'.
It follows Dr. Elwin Ransom, a philologist, as he is kidnapped and taken to Mars (Malacandra), then to Venus (Perelandra), and finally back to Earth.
Each book explores themes of good vs.
evil, free will, and the cosmic hierarchy, drawing parallels with biblical narratives and classical mythology.
The series delves into spiritual warfare, the nature of sin, and the struggle between personal ambition and moral integrity.
It follows Dr. Elwin Ransom, a philologist, as he is kidnapped and taken to Mars (Malacandra), then to Venus (Perelandra), and finally back to Earth.
Each book explores themes of good vs.
evil, free will, and the cosmic hierarchy, drawing parallels with biblical narratives and classical mythology.
The series delves into spiritual warfare, the nature of sin, and the struggle between personal ambition and moral integrity.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Mentioned by Philip Chase in relation to his preference for the Space Trilogy over other works by C.S. Lewis.
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Ep. 272 - Tolkien's Philosophy of Fairy Stories w/Dr. Philip Chase
Collin Hansen is currently reading it, finding it a stretch but recognizing its value.
Summer Reading with Melissa Kruger
