Bret van den Brink

Bret van den Brink, a rising literary scholar and MA student at the University of Toronto, shares his inspiring journey from rural roots to intellectual discovery. He elaborates on how George MacDonald shaped his faith and understanding of literature. The conversation touches on the passage from boyhood to manhood, the challenges of his generation, and the importance of literary exploration in developing empathy. Additionally, Bret delves into the interplay of technology and storytelling, emphasizing the need for connection with nature and imagination in today's world.