Sword Of Imagination: Memoirs Half Century Literary Conflict [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Russell Kirk (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 509 pages
• Publisher: Wm Eerdmans Publishing: Grand Rapids, MI; 1 edition (June 28, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802839541
• ISBN-13: 978-0802839541
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,025,684 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book represents a summary of a conservative experience., January 9, 1998

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Bob Mulle - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sword Of Imagination: Memoirs Of A Half-Century Of Literary Conflict (Hardcover)

The late Dr. Kirk, one of the fathers of american conservative thought, has presented a compelling narrative of the life and passions of a conservative thinker who navigated the troubled waters of the Twentieth Century. The book explores the moral, ethical, and political dimensions of his intellectual self-discovery. In the process of reading this well crafted work, one will learn a great deal about the ideals and truths that underlie the modern conservative movement. I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to understand the foundations of the modern world and the options for a better future.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of two most influential biographies I've read, October 6, 1999

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William O. Price "ap Rhys" (Kent, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sword Of Imagination: Memoirs Of A Half-Century Of Literary Conflict (Hardcover)

As a young man I encountered C. S. Lewis in his "Surprised by Joy." I have long considered it one of the most influential books I've read. Now I add Kirk's autobiography to that short list. I have read much of Kirk over the years, but his masterful style--he truly was a man of letters--works in "Sword" to reveal the man behind the writings. Kirk is a fascinating fellow and provides a model of the contemplative life in our modern age.