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Present Concerns
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by:
Lewis, C.S.
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Publisher:
Harvest Books
Published: December 16, 2002
ISBN: 0156027852
Format:Paperback
Pages:112
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Book Description
From Library Journal
Despite his avowed dislike of reading fugitive journalism, Lewis contributed 19 pieces to newspapers and magazines between 1940 and 1962. His topics ranged from the oddly obtuse "On Living in an Atomic Age" (1948) to the prescient
"On Sex in Literature" (1962). In this Sunday Telegraph piece he advocates an end to all "moral censorship" of literature even if "realms of filth" should result. Lewis's ability to drive swiftly to the heart of such topics as prudery, pleasure, and
equality is displayed in these articles. While they add little of substance to his canon, they merit notice as masterly examples of Lewis's talent for establishing instant rapport with his readers and using it to lead them in directions they might
otherwise have been reluctant to go. Barbara J. Dunlap, City Coll. Lib., CUNY
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description:
Nineteen essays-on democratic values, threats to educational and spiritual fulfillment,
literary censorship, and other topics all displaying Lewis's characteristic sanity and persuasiveness. Introduction by Walter Hooper.
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