Perelandra is the second book in the Space Trilogy by C. S. Lewis. Originally, this was my least favorite in the series, but my appreciation for this work has grown since then.
When I first read this story, I didn’t enjoy the planetary landscape as much as that of Malacandra (Mars), but the author’s description of Perelandra (Venus) was more appealing on my second reading years later. The key was that I had to stop thinking like a scientist and, instead, simply enjoy the fantasy. The entire planet is portrayed as a maritime Garden of Eden, complete with floating islands, dragons, fanciful aquatic beasts, and a newly created Adam and Eve.
Eldil and and an Oyarsa are also involved in the affairs of this planet, but the main plot element is a temptation saga in which Dr. Elwin Ransom and Dr. Weston engage in debate as the agents of God and Satan (the Bent One). Some reviewers have expressed the same criticism I initially had: that the dialogue was tedious and slowed the development of the story. Nothing could be further from the truth. By the time I read these passages again, I was more familiar with the writings of Plato and John Milton, and I could recognize these exchanges as a brilliant adaptation from Platonic dialogues and Paradise Lost. Rather than a weak link in the chain, this book stands on its own strength.
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I also find that a reread often brings about a new awakening and appreciation of the works from a different perspective. Now that age, 73 in a few weeks, is creeping up on me, sometimes I’m 2/3 into a book when I say, ” been there, done that.” Have a great week Robert.
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You too, sir. And thank you for your comment.
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One of these days, one of these days…I’ll get around to reading it, maybe in Heaven =)
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I will have to add this to my reading list thanks you have aroused my interest
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I really believe it’s worth the effort. Take care.
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Interesting to see how you know so much of Sci-Fi across all sorts of media. Very impressive.
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Thank you. Reading and watching movies are two of my favorite activities, and I’ve liked science fiction since I was a young boy. By the way, I enjoy your “vs.” posts. Take care.
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Hi Robert,
Check out The Mythology of Hannibal Lecter on my site. I think you’ll like that one, since your site was the inspiration for it.
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Thank you, and thanks for the tip. You pop up regularly on my Reader, and this was an interesting post. I left a comment on your page. Well done.
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