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Mentioned in 39 episodes

Till We Have Faces

Book • 1956

This novel is a retelling of the ancient myth of Cupid and Psyche, narrated by Orual, the ugly and bitter older sister of the beautiful Psyche.

Orual's story is a complex exploration of envy, betrayal, loss, and the journey towards self-awareness and redemption.

The book delves into Orual's life as she grapples with her love for Psyche, her anger towards the gods, and her eventual realization of her own flaws and the true nature of her feelings.

The narrative is divided into two parts, reflecting Orual's transformation from a state of bitterness and self-deception to one of understanding and mercy.

Mentioned by

Katherine Mangu-Ward

Fr. Mike Schmitz

Mentioned in 39 episodes

Mentioned by Annie Crawford as a book for a symbolic world reading.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rigney

as an example of a character who narrates their story as a victim.

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Recommended by

Katherine Mangu-Ward

as a retelling of the Cupid and Psyche myth that argues for faith and love being the same thing.

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Mentioned by

Sophia Holcomb

as one of C.S. Lewis's later works, co-written with Joy Davidman.

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Recommended by Annie Crawford for a symbolic world reading in January 2025.

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Mentioned by Fr. Gregory Pine in relation to how we acquire the capacity to be good with God.

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Recommended by

Annie Crawford

as C.S. Lewis's best book, gathering together all the threads of his thought.

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Mentioned as a book that

Aimee Byrd

reread in her 40s and found impactful.

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Recommended by

Fr. Mike Schmitz

as his favorite novel, highlighting its exploration of self-deception and the importance of honest self-reflection.

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Mentioned by

Cindy Rollins

in a discussion about rereading books and changing perspectives over time.

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