Overview
This book examines C. S. LewisÆs writings about animals, and the theological bases of his opposition to vivisection and other cruelties. It argues Genesis is central to many of these ethical musings and the bookÆs organization reflects this. It treats in turn LewisÆs creative approaches to the Garden of Eden, humanityÆs ôdominionö over the earth, and the loss of paradise with all the catastrophic consequences for animals it presaged. The book closes looking at LewisÆs vision of a more inclusive community. Though he left no comprehensive summary of his ideas, the Narnia adventures and science fiction trilogy, scattered poems and his popular theology inspire affection and sympathy for the nonhuman. This study challenges scholars to reassess Lewis as not only a literary critic and childrenÆs author but also an animal theologian of consequence, though there is much here for all fans of Mr. Bultitude and Reepicheep to explore.
- | Author: Michael J. Gilmour
- | Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
- | Publication Date: Sep 28, 2017
- | Number of Pages: 234 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Hardcover/Philosophy
- | ISBN-10: 1137552972
- | ISBN-13: 9781137552976
