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13. Francis Spufford & Andrew Klavan: A celebrated author and Hollywood screenwriter come to faith

The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God

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Embracing Masculine Role Models in Literature and Finding Inspiration in Classic Characters

The chapter explores the influence of masculine heroic writers like Hemingway on the speaker's writing journey and their quest for a masculine role model. It delves into finding inspiration in classic literature, particularly in the integrity and chivalry embodied by characters like Philip Marlowe from Raymond Chandler's detective stories. The speaker's narrative reflects on their personal struggles and admiration for tough guy characters, highlighting a desire for honesty and level-headedness in a corrupt world.

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