C.S. Lewis said Till We Have Faces was his best book.
This strange, beautiful retelling of Cupid and Psyche is the story of Orual, a queen who veils her face and puts the gods themselves on trial for injustice.
In this video I look at the main themes of the novel, including the dangers of possessive love, why we might find it easier to deny faith, and the limits of reason.
I also consider the influence of Lewis’s wife, Joy Davidman, and why Lewis said this was his favourite.
Watch the video below.
Best,
Nick