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“In the name of the Fathers, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, here goes-I mean Amen.”

Quote by C. S. Lewis

Book:Perelandra

Work

In this science fiction classic, the protagonist embarks on a journey to a distant planet, where he encounters both beauty and moral challenges, reflecting on the nature of evil and the cosmos. more

Author

C. S. Lewis was a British novelist, academic, and Christian theologian. He is renowned for his fictional works, particularly The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of fantasy novels that have become a beloved classic of children's literature. Lewis also penned adult fiction, including the science fiction trilogy Out of the Silent Planet and the space trilogy. His non-fiction works, such as Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain, have had a significant impact on Christian thought and spirituality. more

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