C. S. Lewis - Perelandra: Un Viaje a Venus / Space Trilogy

Pros: Well Written, solid allegory, Stands alone well as a story on its own merits

Cons: Some may find the spiritual elements overbearing.

The Bottom Line: This book begs to be read twice. Once for the literary experience and then again to delve into the allegorical meanings.

Review: Too many who review this book, and indeed this is unfortunately the case with many books, tend to place themselves in judgment of the message of the book rather than the skill and captivating nature of the writer. Make no mistake, Lewis has a ...

Pros: Highly entertaining; deep; thought provoking.

Cons: Not for the shallow reader.

Review: By far the best of Lewis's space trilogy, Dr.Ransom returns to outer space by traveling to Perelandra. We call it Venus.

Lewis's unique knack for presenting theological issues within fantasy or science fiction is back at it. Lewis shows...

Pros: Sumptuous sensuality, good plot and characters, better than 1st book

Cons: One certain passage pretty slow

The Bottom Line: Out of the Silent Planet was good, but this is so much better...if you thrive on the joys of your senses, you're sure to love it! Great spiritual battle, too...

Review: Just two days ago I finished the second installment in C.S. Lewis's Space Trilogy, Perelandra. Written in 1944, it is the second installment of the trilogy, continuing the adventures of Dr. Elwin Ransom. At 181 pages it's...

Pros: An interesting plot

Cons: Too long to develop; tedious.

Review: Science fiction, allegory, and retelling of the Fall of Man from Genesis, 3rd Chapter wrapped in one, Perelandra aims high, but falls short as the esteemed author gets caught up in the theology he is presenting and the narrative descends into tedium.
...