Jul. 13, 2006

BOOK REVIEW: Perelandra

Perelandra by C.S. Lewis This is the sequel to the fabulous Out of the Silent Planet. Unlike the first in the trilogy,  Perelandra is more of a theological stufy than a science fiction novel. Our hero, Elwin Ransom is back, but this time he is transported to the planet Perelandra for a reason which later becomes clear... but I dont want to spoil it for you! The religious allusions in this book are very obvious, especially the battle between good and evil ensues. Once more, Lewis provides some thought provoking instances, some questions on humanity and theology that are sure to have people thinking twice. This book I did not like as well as Out of the Silent Planet... it is just as well written and entertaining, but like I said before... the 'Sci-fi' factor is a little reduced.  Kind of like reading the Voyage of the Dawntreader after reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe... the books are both great, both get a high rating, but TLTW&TW is better! **** ½ (4 ½) Stars... but only because I thought the first was better!

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Jul. 16, 2006 - I wanted to say thank you...

Posted by mamma1420

Sometimes you don't know how to adequately say thank you to someone who has touched your life. You think, the words thank you just don't seem to be enough. I mean them with all my heart, Thank You. Jessica

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