Portraying the Divine in Fiction

This chapter explores the challenges of depicting omnipotent deities in literature, contrasting flawed pagan gods with the often distant Judeo-Christian God. Through examples from works like 'American Gods' and 'His Dark Materials', the discussion highlights how narratives can embody human imperfections in divine characters. It emphasizes the necessity for balanced portrayals to enhance storytelling while examining personal experiences with religion and literature.