I may be one of only a few people I know that haven’t read William Paul Young’s novel (“parable”) The Shack, and I missed him when he spoke in Hamilton at the beginning of the year. However, a friend recently suggested I listen to the podcast of his Hamilton talk, so over the last couple of days I have. I found it very moving in places, and insightful with respect to the novel, which I will now read.
The podcast is in two parts – an introduction by young, and a ‘conversation’ in which he responds to questions from the audience.
“…William Paul Young shares the personal story behind ‘The Shack’, unpacking where it came from and the choice of imagery behind it…”
I think it’s worth a listen, so if you’re interested the podcast can be found here. There are some rich human insights in it, plus there's heart.
I really enjoyed his book - and much insight there. Sometimes a story is the best way to get at truth eh?
Posted by: len | Wednesday, 04 July 2012 at 02:24 PM
I will freely loan you my copy, me old mate. I agree will Len, narrative is sometimes the best way to reveal truth and this book is the best example of this I have come across in a long time.
Posted by: Jeff Haines | Friday, 06 July 2012 at 01:12 PM
Thanks old mate. I have a copy, I just haven't read it. Len, appreciate your comment too. Hope you both enjoy the podcast.
Posted by: Paul Fromont | Friday, 06 July 2012 at 10:23 PM