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Book Synopsis: A behind-the-scenes look at religious radio broadcasting during World War II in which such revered figures as C.S. Lewis and Dorothy Sayers came into the public eye. This fascinating book explores the tensions behind the greatest era in BBC radio broadcasting – the Home Service. Despite evacuation, air-raids and the closure of the fledgling TV service, the BBC rose magnificently to the challenge of informing, entertaining and inspiring a nation at war.
The war years were to transform religious broadcasting beyond recognition. Under the persistent and innovative James Welch, the BBC began to invent new formats and take large risks in trying to communicate Christian truth to a generation whose faith was on the rack of war. Out of this came the broadcast talks of C.S. Lewis and the first ever dramatic portrayal of Christ in Dorothy L. Sayers’ Man Born to be King.
The response to C.S. Lewis’ first broadcast was so overwhelming that a second programme had to be arranged to answer listeners’ questions. Lewis’ hugely popular BBC talks were published as Mere Christianity and have been a classic ever since, selling over 11 million copies worldwide.
As a layman, Lewis’ critics initially claimed that he was not qualified to talk on Christian matters. For Lewis this was all part of the challenge of reaching a new audience. But his initial enthusiasm for broadcasting waned as it began to interfere with his work at Oxford, and he turned down many of the BBC’s invitations to appear on the radio, including a chance to be on The Brains Trust, the Any Questions of its day.
This is a chapter in Lewis’ life which has received very little attention from biographers and commentators, who have focussed on his achievements as a writer and academic. Yet C.S. Lewis’ work on the radio made him a household name.
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Experience the captivating world of religious radio broadcasting during World War II with C.S. Lewis at the BBC: Messages of Hope in the Darkness of War. This remarkable book takes you behind the scenes of the greatest era in BBC radio broadcasting – the Home Service. Despite the chaos of war, the BBC triumphed in informing, entertaining, and inspiring a nation. Discover how revered figures like C.S. Lewis and Dorothy Sayers came into the public eye, bringing Christian truth to a generation grappling with faith amidst turmoil.
James Welch, the innovative mastermind behind the BBC's religious broadcasts, pushed the boundaries with new formats and risky endeavors. It was under his leadership that C.S. Lewis delivered his influential broadcast talks, which were later published as the timeless classic Mere Christianity, now boasting over 11 million copies sold worldwide. Delve into the profound impact these talks had on millions of listeners, as they resonated with the struggles of wartime England.
Although initially criticized for his layman status, C.S. Lewis fearlessly embraced the challenge of reaching a new audience. His eloquent and insightful words not only captivated countless listeners, but also propelled him to become a household name. Uncover this lesser-known chapter in Lewis' life, often overshadowed by his renowned achievements as a writer and academic.
Don't miss the opportunity to journey through this extraordinary period of religious broadcasting history. Immerse yourself in the inspiration, courage, and hope that radiated from the BBC airwaves during World War II. Explore C.S. Lewis at the BBC: Messages of Hope in the Darkness of War and breathe in the transformative power of radio communication in the face of adversity. Order your copy now and be transported back to a time when faith and resilience prevailed.
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