Fantastic points. In many ways, you’re in agreement with C.S. Lewis’ argument in “An Experiment in Criticism” where he says: “The first demand any work of any art makes upon us is surrender. Look. Listen. Receive. Get yourself out of the way. (There is no good asking first whether the work before you deserves such a surrender, for until you have surrendered you cannot possibly find out).” Thoughtful piece - well done!
I am the "amen!" guy at the event that asked that you send me your comments when you got them in a public format. You Did It! And I got it!! Thank you so much. Your insights on the self are spot on and helps us see how this orientation effects even the way we read or don't read. Blessings!!
I was inspired by your request to create a Substack and post them, but then neglected to email you--so I apologize, and I'm glad you found me! Your "amens!" made my evening. Thank you!
Fantastic points. In many ways, you’re in agreement with C.S. Lewis’ argument in “An Experiment in Criticism” where he says: “The first demand any work of any art makes upon us is surrender. Look. Listen. Receive. Get yourself out of the way. (There is no good asking first whether the work before you deserves such a surrender, for until you have surrendered you cannot possibly find out).” Thoughtful piece - well done!
Thanks Matt! I had Lewis’s “Experiment in Criticism” in mind while I was writing this, and I’m hoping to write more about surrender in the future.
It was our pleasure to host you! What an engaging evening! I hope it inspired lots of good reading. Thanks!
Dear Stephanie,
I am the "amen!" guy at the event that asked that you send me your comments when you got them in a public format. You Did It! And I got it!! Thank you so much. Your insights on the self are spot on and helps us see how this orientation effects even the way we read or don't read. Blessings!!
Dear Clifford,
I was inspired by your request to create a Substack and post them, but then neglected to email you--so I apologize, and I'm glad you found me! Your "amens!" made my evening. Thank you!
-Stefanie