The London Lyceum On the Value of Books with Stephen Presley and John Wilsey
In this episode Jordan talks with John Willsey and Stephen Presley about the significance of books in shaping intellectual and spiritual growth. They explore personal formative books, influential authors, and the impact of biographies on understanding one's own life journey. The conversation also touches on the value of disagreeing with certain texts and how these interactions can foster deeper thinking. The hosts reflect on their own experiences with reading and writing, emphasizing the importance of literature in developing critical thinking and a robust intellectual culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Its Purpose
01:21 The Importance of Books in Intellectual Culture
06:52 Personal Formative Books and Their Impact
14:45 Influential Authors and Their Lasting Effects
20:13 The Power of Letters and Historical Thinking
22:14 The Allure of Biographies
23:22 Formative Texts in Research and Teaching
27:44 Surprising Formative Books
30:17 Disagreeing with Impactful Works
35:23 Personal Reflections on Formative Literature
38:38 Engaging with Historical Theologians
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