In this insightful and playful analysis, Dr. Smith uncovers some of the
secrets of visiting imaginary places. He is a trustworthy guide, telling us
not what we should see but what he has seen and encouraging us to look for
ourselves. He does this with a maturity of judgment, a wide-background, and
a sophisticated theological perspective rarely found in such commentaries.
He makes you want to read the stories all over again.
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- Hogwarts, Narnia, and Middle Earth: Places Upon a Time
"In this insightful and playful analysis, Dr. Smith uncovers some of the secrets of visiting imaginary places. He is a
trustworthy guide, telling us not what we should see but what he has seen and encouraging us to look for ourselves.
He does this with a maturity of judgment, a wide-background, and a sophisticated theological perspective rarely
found in such commentaries. He makes you want to read the stories all over again."
trustworthy guide, telling us not what we should see but what he has seen and encouraging us to look for ourselves.
He does this with a maturity of judgment, a wide-background, and a sophisticated theological perspective rarely
found in such commentaries. He makes you want to read the stories all over again."
- David L. Barr
Professor of Religion
Wright State University
