Episode 28: Maurice Baring | The Authority with Joseph Pearce

Joseph Pearce introduces the relatively lesser-known writer Maurice Baring, emphasizing Baring's significant contribution to Catholic literature between the two World Wars. Pearce explores Baring's rich cultural background and extensive knowledge of various languages. The discussion delves into Baring's conversion to Catholicism, highlighting pivotal moments and his struggle with intellectual and emotional aspects of faith. Pearce also touches upon Baring's poetry, emphasizing its beauty and depth. Additionally, the episode provides insights into Baring's novels, with a focus on "C," considered one of his greatest works, blending elements of culture, morality, and spirituality.
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What a review. Do not be too disheartened by the more modest viewership of this series.
Sometimes depth of impact is more important than breadth. Few read astounding literature and do not themselves then proceed to give recommendations to others.
You are casting seeds, Joseph. I will read Baring. Thank you for pointing us in his direction

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Well said.

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Hello Joseph, I'm very interested in the poem Vita Nuova and I looked for it on Internet Archive in the book you mentioned, but it shows a different poem with the same name (pg52) In the book it starts, "All these last years have been a winter dream..."