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A repackaged edition of the revered authors set of dueling critical essays with fellow scholar E. M. W. Tillyard in which they debate the role of an authors biography in the critical appraisal of literature.C. S. Lewisthe great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classicschallenges fellow scholar E. M. W. Tillyard on one of the most intriguing questions involving writers and writing. Is a work of imaginative literature primarily influenced by the author or by the subject matter?Lewis argues that the authors own personality and biography has little to no impact on the writing, while Tillyard contends the opposite: that the authors own imagination and story have an indelible influence on a piece of work. Clever, erudite, and enlightening, their debate may not definitively settle the issue, but it does offer invaluable insight and intellectual delight for all dedicated readers.
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- Q: What is 'The Personal Heresy: A Controversy' about? A: This book features a debate between C. S. Lewis and E. M. W. Tillyard on whether an author's biography influences literary works or if the subject matter is the primary factor.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Personal Heresy' is C. S. Lewis, a renowned British writer and scholar known for his influential works in literature and theology.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This reissued edition was published on February 14, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The genre of this book is Poetry.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'The Personal Heresy' contains critical essays and debates that can provide valuable insights for academic discussions on literature.
- Q: What can I expect from the debate between Lewis and Tillyard? A: Readers can expect a thought-provoking exchange of ideas regarding the influence of an author's life on their writing, offering both perspectives on this literary controversy.
- Q: Is this book a good read for fans of C. S. Lewis? A: Yes, fans of C. S. Lewis will appreciate his insightful arguments and literary style presented in this engaging debate.
- Q: What makes this edition special? A: This edition is a repackaged version of a classic debate, providing fresh insight into the perspectives of two esteemed literary scholars.