The StoryMen welcome JR.’s favorite author of all time, Stephen R. Donaldson. Steve is the author of the best-selling fantasy series The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, as well as several more series. We discuss the religious power of stories, what it’s like to publish fantasy for four decades, and of course, the end of Thomas Covenant!
0:00 – JR.’s Best Birthday Present EVER
06:00 – The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant
10:00 – Stephen R. Donaldson & the Changing Publishing Landscape
15:30 – The Theology of Thomas Covenant and the Religion of Storytelling
30:00 – Why We Love Anti-Heroes (and Why Thomas Covenant Isn’t One)
38:00 – Steve and the Creator
43:00 – Saying Goodbye to Thomas Covenant
In the wake of the 2016 election, the state of Evangelicalism is under debate. A new book wonders whether Evangelicalism is worth fighting for. Professor and contributor Karen Swallow Prior returns to the show to talk about why she's still Evangelical - and what the future of the movement could look like. Plus, a game you won't see coming.
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