Laura Miller and Michael Ward: Was Lewis racist and sexist?
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Laura Miller and Michael Ward discuss the criticisms of C.S. Lewis regarding sexism and racism in his works.
Are The Narnia Chronicles sexist and racist? Did Lewis explicitly avoid sexuality in the novels? In the final part of their discussion (originally broadcast on Unbelievable? back in 2009), literary critic Laura Miller and CS Lewis expert Michael Ward explore some of the criticisms levelled against Lewis and his fiction. For a recent discussion around these issues, check out Caleb Woodbridge and Damien Walter on Unbelievable here https://www.premierunbelievable.com/unbelievable/should-the-fall-be-celebrated-caleb-woodbridge-and-damien-walter-on-pullman/cslewis-hosted-by-john-nelson/21747.article + Support us here: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate + Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://www.premier.plus/cs-lewis-podcast + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our website: https://premierunbelievable.com/
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