Buck’s dialogue-centric novel gives an entertaining tale of a new age man (GPT) reconciling his beliefs with an old wise Gentle Traditionalist (GT) in the aftermath of relationship problems with a girl who converted to the Catholic Church.
The best thing this book has to offer is clarity regarding how our culture got to where it is. It’s easier to call things ‘complex’ and leave our problems alone then it is to pinpoint causes and identify solutions. This books thesis makes the problem easier to understand then you think - our cultural chaos boils down to a rejection of sacredness and tradition, and without those things we flee to a modern religion that pretends it isn’t religious, but holds creeds and ideas that tarnish authentic human connection, purity of the soul, and dignity towards life.
It also does a good job of breaking down common issues and objections to faith bit by bit, holding your hand as you grasp a ton of historical context and philosophical concepts. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to juggle two truths at once - that human society (Catholic or not) will never be perfect, and that we still need a transcendental value (expressed in Christianity) so that our imperfection doesn’t devolve into utter chaos.
I enjoyed a lot from this book - the authors clear personal biases and cultural interests protruding through the characters, the silliness of some of the characters joining in (Rigid Dorkins and his book ‘the selfish jeans’ especially), and the love story behind it that gave the tale more structure then simply a wish-fulfilling debate where the author’s side inevitably wins.
This book is good for Catholics trying to understand the world, as well as any new agey-lefty friend that won’t be obstinate enough to have a peek at a good story that isn’t too long to read. No matter which side you’re on, I’d suggest you give this book a try.
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Roger brings us into the cosiest, and most curious situation we could find ourselves. But what starts as silly soon becomes profound, without ever losing its lightness and gentleness. A very attractive read, with vivid and memorable moments. You'll feel like you've been introduced to the warmest, fattest, and most joyful Grandfather you have never met, but have always known. Give this book to family and friends who are suffering in this colourless and hopeless modern world, it will feel like a hug and will give them someone to have Hope in.
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