I learned about this book thanks to Madisyn Brown‘s YouTube video on being the family scapegoat. I‘m surprised I‘ve never heard of the book before. I‘m including the link to the video for those who are interested.
https://youtu.be/3_u-Njg1zYA?si=ieFvWqDLPVnOUq27
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I‘ve read this book before, but it has been at least 15 years, so it was good to go into it with fresh eyes.
I think Lewis most shines in this one when he is describing the nuances of different types of love, pity, creating, etc.
It was especially interesting to read this book with my study group after reading a more modern view on Hell & the afterlife. Lots of good thoughts & good conversations.
pickRead for #classicschallenge2025 and because I‘ve had it on my bookcase forever. Obviously very preachy and religious, but I enjoyed it more than I thought I would.
pickI‘m surprised that 1984 is the Orwell book that‘s had so much recent traction when this allegory of authoritarianism and the corruption of power is just incredibly timely. I‘m so glad I finally read this and appreciate the reminder that none of this is new.
pickOk, this graphic novel is so funny, with Sid Sharp‘s trademark touch of darkness! I love Beatrice, the caring, nature-loving younger sister.
pickNarnia for adults, in a way. I love Lewis‘ ability to articulate difficult mysteries in an understandable way yet without robbing them of their ineffable-ness.
pickBog Myrtle, I love you! What a delightful, weird little tale. This a fable about environmental awareness, kindness, and greed. And honestly, as cute and weird as it is, it's a great way to talk to kids about the danger of the individual/scarcity mindset and the power and abundance found in the collective. Rock on, swamp witch! 🕷
pickThe art and red letters on this book reminds me of ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark‘ (one of my childhood, teen, and adult favorites). This is a short but powerful and haunting book; it also serves as a warning to the reader, no matter their age. When fascism comes, speak up, no matter what. The time is always now.
