
The Authority with Joseph Pearce introduces you to the men and women behind history's greatest works of literature. Come along every week as we explore these renowned authors, the times and genres in which they wrote, why scholars praise their writing, and how we, as Catholics, should read and understand their works. This is The Authority.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 34 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Categories | ChristianityBooksReligion & SpiritualityArts | ||||

Joseph Pearce explores the life and impact of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, the first Russian author featured in the series. Solzhenitsyn, a dissident during the Soviet era, faced tyranny and terror under the communist regime. Pearce reflects on his person... more
Joseph Pearce delves into the life and literary contributions of C.S. Lewis. The discussion encompasses Lewis's role in the Catholic cultural revival, highlighting key periods such as the Newman era and the Chester-Belloc period. Pearce explores Lewi... more
Joseph Pearce delves into the life and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien, the renowned author of The Lord of the Rings. Understand Tolkien's deep Catholic faith and how it influenced his works, especially the fundamentally religious and Catholic nature of... more
Delve into the life of 20th century novelist Evelyn Waugh, his loss and rediscovery of faith, and the profound influence of Catholicism on his greatest work, Brideshead Revisited. This episode weaves through Waugh's tumultuous experiences, his conver... more
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Joseph Pearce is a voice of light, warmth and clarity in this dark chaotic world we live in. If you want peace and true education in your life, then listen to good old Pearce.
This is so incredibly helpful! I’ve loved every episode and can’t wait to re-read some of my favorites with new insight I’ve gained from this podcast! Thank you TAN and Joseph Pearce!
Great podcast. I look forward to each one and I look forward to re listening to each on.
Great discussion of the major themes of the literary works. One of the best I’ve listened to on the works of Homer. Loved how the themes are explained in light of our Catholic faith. I’ll be eagerly awaiting future episodes.
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