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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
funny
reflective
Very interesting concept and perspective. I especially liked the last quarter of the book, roughly from the part where C.S Lewis was talking about God’s relationship with time (using both Boethius’ ideas and Screwtape as a means to do so). I would say, however, this is quite hard to follow - I am talking as someone who has in depth knowledge of Christianity and I am familiar with Christian traditions, teachings etc. In some places, I felt as though I had read a whole chapter and wasn’t sure what was going on. I don’t think this is solely because of the dated language. C.S Lewis’ points are sort of drawn out when they could be written more succinctly. Lewis definitely redeemed himself somewhat in the last quarter but I would like to read it again in the future to hopefully understand more.
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
challenging
dark
reflective
funny
reflective
fast-paced
fast-paced
challenging
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Definitely one to reread/listen every year or so.
John Cleese's audio book version really does justice to the character of Screwtape.
John Cleese's audio book version really does justice to the character of Screwtape.