
Perelandra
by:
C.S. Lewis
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0007157169
ISBN 13: 9780007157167
Publication date:
January 1st, 2005
Publisher: Voyager
Pages: 314
Genres: Science Fiction, Action & Adventure
In C.S. Lewis's mesmerizing continuation of the Space Trilogy, readers are drawn back into the profound themes of good versus evil that permeate his work. Perelandra offers a richly imaginative narrative that transports the protagonist, Dr. Ransom, to a vibrant and enigmatic new planet. This lush world, with its surreal landscapes and flourishing life, serves as a backdrop for a cosmic battle where the stakes encompass not just individual destinies but the very fabric of morality and creation itself.
As Ransom encounters the benevolent inhabitants of Perelandra, including a captivating representation of innocence and purity, he finds himself embroiled in a confrontation with a malevolent force intent on corrupting this pristine paradise. The philosophical and theological undercurrents resonate deeply, inviting readers to ponder the nature of temptation and the essence of humanity. This profound journey through the cosmos is not just an adventure but a profound exploration of faith, love, and the moral complexities that govern existence.
As Ransom encounters the benevolent inhabitants of Perelandra, including a captivating representation of innocence and purity, he finds himself embroiled in a confrontation with a malevolent force intent on corrupting this pristine paradise. The philosophical and theological undercurrents resonate deeply, inviting readers to ponder the nature of temptation and the essence of humanity. This profound journey through the cosmos is not just an adventure but a profound exploration of faith, love, and the moral complexities that govern existence.