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The Abolition of Man

By: C. S. Lewis
Narrated by: Douglas Gresham
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Both astonishing and prophetic, The Abolition of Man remains one of C. S. Lewis's most controversial works. Lewis sets out to persuade his audience of the ongoing importance and relevance of universal objective values, such as courage and honor, and the foundational necessity of natural law. He also makes a cogent case that a retreat from these pillars of our educational system, even if in the name of "scientism", would be catastrophic. National Review lists it as number seven on their "100 Best Nonfiction Books of the 20th Century".

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loved it i believe that he spoke a lot of wisdom. and. everything he said. you can see in today youth

very informative

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Where was and is, the educational system that allowed this thinking to be commonplace? Shame.

What has happened to us?

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Discusses what happens to society when God is removed from education. A must read for all concerned about societal changes.

Excellent reading.

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Outstanding thoughts well read. This is my favorite book by CS Lewis. I highly recommend it.

Required reading

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This was a fabulous production of one of the best books on education. Highly recommend

So relevant!!

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yet i detest sitting. This audio book is true truth on my opinion. I'd recommend this book to anyone seeking wisdom.

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It amazes me how the writings of CS Lewis can be applied even more today than when they were first written.

Thought Provoking

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I struggled through this read until I had it read to me. It was still difficult to understand as C.S. Lewis was definitely a brilliant writer. I had difficulty with his circular arguments as sometimes they just did not make sense. In the end, it is a good book just a difficult argument regarding moral and objective values as it pertains to education.

Douglas Gresham is a good narrator as he helps to get through it without putting one to sleep.

Difficult Read

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This is a good book. I have read it many times and would recommend it to anyone.

Lewis’s greatest book

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A concise, reorienting critique of modern philosophical trends and worldviews which since the time of this writing have in many ways come to fruition. He implores the reader to consider the practical consequences of a departure from objective morality, values, and truth.

Concise critique of modern philosophical trends

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