The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption has earned a reputation for being one of the most popular films of all time. Despite an unimpressive performance…
The Recovery of the Christian Mind
Ranald Macaulay considers the place of the mind in the life of the Christian. The talk lasts for about 25 minutes, followed by a Question…
Chronicles of Heaven Unshackled
Chronicles of Heaven Unshackled examines the presence (and absence) of God in the English novel, with particular reference to Tolkien and…
Philip Pullman’s 'His Dark Materials'
To my mind, one of the main interests of Philip Pullman’s controversial trilogy is not specifically related to the books. It lies in…
Taking your Suffering to God
Dr John Dickson considers the approach to the problem of pain adopted by a number of different worldviews. Although the Bible does not…
The Golden Compass
A review of the film of Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass.
Jodi Picoult's 'Keeping Faith'
Jodi Picoult is not an author to shy away from controversial topics. Her novels cover issues such as rape, suicide pacts and genetically…
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
A review of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Amazing Grace
Review of Amazing Grace in the light of whether religion is a force for good or for bad.