Catholic Literary Giants
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Catholic Literary Giants
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Author : Joseph Pearce
language : en
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Release Date : 2014-09-17
Catholic Literary Giants written by Joseph Pearce and has been published by Ignatius Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-17 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In Catholic Literary Giants, Joseph Pearce takes the reader on a dazzling tour of the creative landscape of Catholic prose and poetry. Covering the vast and impressive terrain from Dante to Tolkien, from Shakespeare to Waugh, this book is an immersion into the spiritual depths of the Catholic literary tradition with one of today's premier literary biographers as our guide. Focusing especially on the literary revival of the twentieth century, Pearce explores well-known authors such as G.K. Chesterton, Graham Greene and J.R.R. Tolkien, while introducing lesser-known writers Roy Campbell, Maurice Baring, Owen Barfield and others. He even includes the new saint, Pope John Paul II, who wrote many literary and poetic pieces, among them the story that was made into a feature film, The Jeweler's Shop.
Literature
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Author : Joseph Pearce
language : en
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Release Date : 2019-05-15
Literature written by Joseph Pearce and has been published by Ignatius Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-15 with Literary Criticism categories.
In Literature: What Every Catholic Should Know, Joseph Pearce provides a survey of literary works of which all Catholics should be aware. Beginning with Homer and Virgil, the book progresses chronologically through the greatest works of all time, including Dante, Chaucer, Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Dickens, Chesterton, Eliot, Tolkien and Lewis.
Great Catholic Writings
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Author : Robert Feduccia
language : en
Publisher: Saint Mary's Press
Release Date : 2006
Great Catholic Writings written by Robert Feduccia and has been published by Saint Mary's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Catholic literature categories.
Includes an introduction for each writing, suggested grade levels, related themes, review questions and answers, suggested activities, and discussion ideas.
The Sacred And The Profane
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Author : Anthony T Vento
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2024-04-23
The Sacred And The Profane written by Anthony T Vento and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-23 with Religion categories.
A Journey Through the Sacred: Exploring the Catholic Imprint on Russian Literary Giants In an enthralling exploration that intertwines the mystical and the historical, "The Sacred and the Profane: Navigating the Catholic Influence on the Russian Literary Canon" unravels the profound impact of Catholicism on the soul and substance of Russian literature. Venturing beyond the boundaries of faith and skepticism, this book presents a riveting narrative that reveals the theological undercurrents shaping the legacies of Russia's literary colossi. Embark on a journey through time and ideology, starting with an introduction that sets the scene for this sacred union between Catholicism and Russian literary tradition. Chapter 1 lays the foundational stones, drawing you into the historical and spiritual landscape that allowed Catholic influence to permeate the Russian literary discourse, showcased through the seminal works of Dostoyevsky and Tolstoy. With an insightful lens, the book delves into Dostoyevsky's complex narratives in Chapter 2, exploring themes of free will, divine justice, and the poignant beauty of suffering and redemption. Chapter 3 shifts focus to Tolstoy's relentless quest for God, examining his rejection of dogmatic religion and his championing of the ethical imperatives of love and nonviolence. The exploration deepens as the book illuminates the mirrored narratives and doctrinal parallels in Russian literature, from the prodigal sons returning to faith to the illuminating portrayals of saints and sinners. Chapters 4 and 5 invite readers into a world where characters navigate sin, confession, and the journey towards sanctity, with the clergy and monastic life serving as pivotal guides. As the narrative progresses, the book unveils Catholic symbols woven into the fabric of Russian storytelling. Chapter 6 offers a rich tapestry of sacraments and the cross as motifs of suffering and salvation, while later chapters delve into philosophical disputations, the veneration of the Virgin Mary, and the presence of Catholic mysticism. In its final chapters, "The Sacred and the Profane"tackles the entwined narratives of moral theology, spiritual warfare, and eschatological concepts, connecting the eternal struggle between good and evil with the ultimate justice of the afterlife. Concluding with a living legacy of Catholicism in Russian literature, this book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of faith, literature, and culture.
Literary Converts
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Author : Joseph Pearce
language : en
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Release Date : 2009-09-03
Literary Converts written by Joseph Pearce and has been published by Ignatius Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-03 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Literary Converts is a biographical exploration into the spiritual lives of some of the greatest writers in the English language: Oscar Wilde, Evelyn Waugh, C.S. Lewis, Malcolm Muggeridge, Graham Greene, Edith Sitwell, Siegfried Sassoon, Hilaire Belloc, G.K. Chesterton, Dorothy Sayers, T.S. Eliot and J.R.R. Tolkien. The role of George Bernard Shaw and H.G. Wells in intensifying the religious debate despite not being converts themselves is also considered. Many will be intrigued to know more about what inspired their literary heroes; others will find the association of such names with Christian belief surprising or even controversial. Whatever viewpoint we may have, Literary Converts touches on some of the most important questions of the twentieth century, making it a fascinating read.
Literary Converts
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Author : Joseph Pearce
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1999
Literary Converts written by Joseph Pearce and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
A biographical exploration into the spiritual lives of some of the greatest writers in the English language this century The twentieth century has been marked both by belief and unbelief. While attendance at church has declined dramatically, the lives of many of the greatest leaders have been influenced and inspired by Christianity. In LITERARY CONVERTS Joseph Pearce explores the world of some of the finest writers in the English language who have believed. Most of those included converted to Roman Catholicism and some to Anglicanism. The list is like a 'Who's Who' of the last one hundred years: Oscar Wilde, Evelyn Waugh, C S Lewis, Malcolm Muggeridge, Graham Greene, George Bernard Shaw, H G Wells, Hilaire Belloc, G K Chesterton, Dorothy Sayers, T S Eliot and J R R Tolkien.
The Catholic Literary Revival
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Author : Calvert Alexander
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1944
The Catholic Literary Revival written by Calvert Alexander and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1944 with Catholic authors categories.
The Fine Delight
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Author : Nicholas Ripatrazone
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2013-04-09
The Fine Delight written by Nicholas Ripatrazone and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-09 with Religion categories.
"Where are all the Catholic writers? is a popular question these days. In his beautifully realized new book The Fine Delight, Nicholas Ripatrazone offers an answer: they are among us, writing. With skill and care, he explores the artistry of three superb writers--Ron Hansen, Paul Mariani, and Andre Dubus--as well as several other contemporary Catholic authors. In the process he reveals . . . how reading can be sacramental, enabling us to discover God's presence in our modern world." --James Martin, SJ, author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything "The Fine Delight is a text of scholarship and personal consideration of American literature that is marked by and built from postconciliar Catholic thought. Nicholas Ripatrazone has written a highly readable study of the work of writers whose beliefs vary widely, but who share a living engagement with the Word. This book itself is just such an engagement. It will inspire more informed and curious reading." --Alice Elliott Dark, author of In the Gloaming: Stories "Nicholas Ripatrazone offers an insightful interrogation into the theological and aesthetic strategies of contemporary Catholic writers--novelists, poets, and essayists writing in the last fifty years. Aware that the Catholic imagination is not static, he suggests helpful ways to understand how post-Vatican II writers situate their faith in light of their artistic vision. A timely book, Ripatrazone helps extend the critical and pastoral implications of a Catholic literary aesthetic." --Mark Bosco, SJ, author of Graham Greene's Catholic Imagination
Through Shakespeare S Eyes
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Author : Joseph Pearce
language : en
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Release Date : 2010
Through Shakespeare S Eyes written by Joseph Pearce and has been published by Ignatius Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Religion categories.
Pearce analyzes three of Shakespeare's immortal plays in order to uncover evidence of the Bard's Catholic beliefs.
Paradoxes Of Catholicism
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Author : Robert Benson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-03-16
Paradoxes Of Catholicism written by Robert Benson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-16 with categories.
This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare's finesse to Oscar Wilde's wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim's Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.