Archive for August, 2007

The Great Divorce, by C.S. Lewis

Friday, August 10th, 2007

The Great Divorce: C.S. Lewis
Reviewed by: Linda Padgett
This is another great Lewis classic. The Great Divorce is not a marriage book; rather, it is creative presentation about Heaven and Hell. In his preface, Lewis explains that the reason for writing this book was to counter those who believe that all will be […]

C.S. Lewis’ Space Trilogy

Friday, August 10th, 2007

C.S. Lewis’ Space Trilogy:
Reviewed by:  Linda Padgett
Who am I to presume that I am qualified to write a review on a book
written by the master of language, C.S. Lewis.  But, non the less,
here it goes.  I read Lewis’ space trilogy which includes the
following books:  Out of the Silent Plant, Perelandra, and That
Hideous Strength.  For me […]

Mesmerized, by Gayle Lynds

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

This is the second book I have read by Gayle Lynds, and it was fairly enjoyable. I think I liked her book, The Last Spymaster better, but this was certainly unique and fresh. Using the idea of cellular memory, Lynds investigates the impact this medical oddity could have in the world of espionage […]

Contemplating the Trinity, by Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM Cap.

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

This is a powerful book! Many know that Fr. Cantalamessa has been the Papal preacher for both John Paul II, and now Benedict the XVI, but when you read his books, the realization of why he is selected to this role becomes clear. This work draws insights from artistic, theological, and traditional perspectives […]

How I Believe, by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

I am sure that much of Chardin’s writings are either eagerly embrassed or passionately avoided. He is certainly willing to press forward with ideas and thoughts that for many border on the questionable. I have recently been reading some of his letters, and in passing I quickly read this little book. Perennial […]

Only the Lover Sings: Art and Contemplation, by Josef Pieper

Tuesday, August 7th, 2007

Ignatius Press, 1990.  76 pgs.
Josef Pieper is a respected philospher and a powerful writer.  He is a deep thinking man who makes of his writing an artistic expression.  The depth of Pieper has not gone unoticed, and I dare say that this book is one which needs to be read by any working within the […]

Through The Valley of the Kwai: Ernest Gordon

Saturday, August 4th, 2007

Review by Linda Padgett
After watching the movie based on this book, “To End All Wars”, I felt motivated to read the true (unhollywoodized) account of this heroic tale. It’s a true story of a Scottish soldier during WWII who was imprisoned for 3 1/2 years in a Japanese war camp. This group of […]