SPRING 2013 - Ignatius Press

christian new SPRING literature books
C.S. LEWIS & J.R.R. TOLKIEN
Narnia and Beyond E
A Guide to the Fiction of C.S. Lewis
Thomas Howard
Focusing on The Chronicles of Narnia, the space trilogy
and Till We Have Faces, Howard explores with
remarkable clarity the moral vision in the imaginary
world of the master storyteller Lewis.
NAB-P . . . 250 pages, Sewn Softcover, $15.95
C.S. Lewis’ Case for the Christian Faith
Richard Purtill
Drawing on C.S. Lewis’ published fiction and nonfiction,
as well as previously unpublished letters,
Purtill offers a clear, comprehensive assessment of
Lewis' defense of Christianity.
CSLCCF-P . . . 200 pp, Sewn Softcover, $14.95
Lord of the Elves and Eldils Fantasy and
Philosophy in C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien
Richard Purtill
A fascinating look at the fantasy and philosophy
of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R Tolkien. The two men were
friends who both “found it necessary to create for the
purposes of their fiction other worlds—not utopias
or dystopias, but different worlds.”
LEE-P . . . 216 pp, Sewn Softcover, $15.95
The Lord of the Rings
Commemorative Edition, Illustrated
This glorious over-sized deluxe volume is a treasure
for Tolkien fans—a special three-books-in-one edition
with 50 inspired illustrations by Alan Lee.
LRCE-H . . . 1,193 pages, Hardcover, $69.95
Remembering C.S. Lewis E
Recollections of Those Who Knew Him
Edited by James T. Como
24 men and women who knew C.S. Lewis offer their
reminiscences of the complex man behind the critical
and accademic acclaim.
RCSL-P . . . 509 pp, Softcover, $18.95
The Philosophy of Tolkien E
The Worldview Behind The Lord of the Rings
Peter Kreeft
Kreeft brings his unique philosophical mind to bear
on the “world-view” of the thought and writing of
J.R.R. Tolkien, showing the wisdom, truth, goodness,
virtue, and beauty prevalent in Tolkien’s works.
PHILTO-P . . . 240 pp, Sewn Softcover, $15.95
Second Friends C.S. Lewis and Ronald Knox in
Conversation — Milton Walsh EA
Milton Walsh delves into the writings of Lewis and
Knox and compares their views on a variety of topics,
such as the existence of God, the divinity of Christ, the
problem of suffering, miracles, the role of religion in
society, prayer, and more.
SECF-P . . . 350 pp, Sewn Softcover, $11.95
C.S. Lewis E
The Man Who Created Narnia • Michael Coren
Michael Coren presents an engrossing biography for
young people and adults of the man “who created
Narnia”. This biography, lavishly illustrated with numerous
photos from the whole life of Lewis, is written
in a captivating way that it will appeal to all ages, youth
and adults alike.
CSLMW-P . . . 137 pages, Sewn Softcover, $14.95
The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe
Official Movie Companion
Go behind the scenes and discover how the magic was
made! Included inside are: never-before-seen images
from the movie; exclusive behind-the-scenes stories.
LWWOMC-P . . . Softcover, $19.95
—JOSEPH PEARCE—
Literary Giants, Literary Catholics E
Pearce examines a plethora of authors, taking the
reader through a dazzling tour of the creative
landscape of Catholic prose and poetry as he covers
the vast terrain from Dante to Tolkien, from
Shakespeare to Waugh, and many more.
LGLC-H . . . 480 pp, Sewn Hardcover, $27.95
The Unmasking of Oscar Wilde E
Vilified by Victorians for his sexuality and his dandyism,
Wilde, the poet, satirist and playwright, is
hailed today as a sexual liberator. This study of his
brilliant and tragic life goes beyond his notoriety in
order to explore his spiritual search.
UOW-H . . . 400 pp, Sewn Hardcover, $21.95
Wisdom & Innocence A Life of G.K. Chesterton
Pearce presents a major biography of a 20th century
literary giant, providing much important information
on GKC never before published. A thoroughly
delightful biography. Illustrated.
WI-P . . . 536 pp, Sewn Softcover, $21.95
Old Thunder A Life of Hilaire Belloc E
In this biography, Pearce examines the lasting impact
of this prolific writer and social commentator on
today’s Church and society. With access to previously
unpublished material, this biography uncovers a
romantic, complex, and solitary character.
OTH-H . . . 326 pp, Sewn Hardcover, $24.95
Solzhenitsyn EA
A Soul in Exile • Revised Edition
Based on exclusive, personal interviews with
Alexander Solzhenitsyn, Joseph Pearce’s biography
of the renowned Russian dissident provides profound
insight into a towering literary and political figure.
Solzhenitsyn’s Christian faith deeply informed his
response to the inhumanity of modern materialism as it
took shape in 20th-century Russia. Illustrated.
S-P . . . Sewn Softcover, Illustrated, 414 pp, $19.95
Literary Converts E
A biographical exploration into the spiritual lives of
some of the greatest writers in the English language:
Oscar Wilde, Evelyn Waugh, C.S. Lewis, Gra ham
Greene, Ronald Knox, Hilaire Belloc, G.K. Chester ton,
T.S. Eliot, Dor othy Sayers, J.R.R. Tolkien, and more.
LITC-P . . . 465 pp, Sewn Softcover, $19.95
Tolkien: Man and Myth
This major new study of Tolkien’s life and his work
explores the background of the man and the culture
in which he wrote, and his relationships with other
great literary writers, including C.S. Lewis.
TMAN-P . . . 257 pp, Sewn Softcover, $14.95
Tolkien: A Celebration
This readable collection celebrates Tol kien’s literary
legacy and the spiritual values that undergird his
imaginary Middle-earth. 14 Tolkien experts contribute
to this insightful work on Tolkien.
TAC-P . . . 210 pp, Sewn Softcover, $14.95
Flowers of Heaven E
One Thousand Years of Christian Verse
This anthology provides some of the finest Christian
verse written during the second millennium of
Christianity. All of the great ones are here: Hildegard
of Bingen, Francis of Assisi, Dante and Chaucer;
Browning, Whittier, Dickensen, Eliot, Newman,
Chesterton and many more!
FOH-P . . . 296 pp, Sewn Softcover, $16.95
See also Through Shakespeare’s Eyes and The
Quest for Shakespeare on page 28, and The
Ignatius Critical Editions on pages 20-21
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