Tag Archives: the City

“It’s Heaven to Be with Her”: Summary of “He Came Down From Heaven”

Posted on 25 March 2016 by Sørina Higgins

Don’t forget to read the story I posted yesterday, about what would happen to the Inklings if the Germans won WWII! “It’s Heaven to Be with Her”: Summary of “He Came Down From Heaven” He Came Down From Heaven is … Continue reading →

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Theologies of Work: Guest Post by Michael Paulus

Posted on 18 June 2014 by Sørina Higgins

Today’s post follows chronologically and logically after the recent series on “Office Drama,” about CW’s “Masques of Amen House.” I am delighted to share with you this guest post by Michael J. Paulus, Jr. Michael J. Paulus, Jr., is University … Continue reading →

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The Silver Stair part 2

Posted on 15 November 2013 by Sørina Higgins

Two days ago, I posted the first half of my summary of The Silver Stair. Today, I discuss the major themes that are present in this early work of poetry. This early sonnet sequence, written when Williams was in his … Continue reading →

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London is Heaven: The City of God in CW’s works

Posted on 28 August 2013 by Sørina Higgins

As you know by know, Charles Williams’ imaginative theology and creative writings revolve around (at least) these eight interrelated themes: 1.Co-Inherence 2. Romantic theology 3. The Two Ways 4. Ritual Objects 5. The Crisis of Schism 6. Mystical Tranquility 7. … Continue reading →

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