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Wilikeh, I love your interpretation and thought provoking analysis, but I saw several things differently. Because I see this story in its entirety as an allegory, I dont believe there is a 'real' story and an 'unreal' story. It is one allegory, a metaphor in storyline. I find that...

Yes, I know. I was a bit put off by Martels insistance -- but I found the book to be less of religion, and more of the theory of the worlds religions. Maybe you can add some insight here for me... My book club and I are trying to determine why Buddhism was not more strongly represented. Could...

Is this thread closed or not ??? My suggestion for Dec 2004 would be "Lamb" by Christopher Moore. It isnt a Christmas theme but it is the 'story of Jesus' childhood years'. It is hysterical and will keep the holiday blues from your door. The following is from the book jacket... The...

Ok, I am changing my mind.... For suggesting JUST ONE book, I would suggest "Lamb" by Christopher Moore. Hysterical book, well researched and well written , and I am a real snob when it comes to anything with a 'religious' overtone. This is a gem.

Everthing is Illuminated is one of MY favorite books as well. I read it while biking across the Baja penisula and I was laughing outloud - everyone thought I was crazy laughing like that to myself. I know you said one book, but I would also suggest A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy...

Loved It I loved this book. I thought the symbolism was fascinating and the story/plot philosophical. Though not heavily theological, it is a religious based allegory examining the relationships of the largest religions and challenging the origination of our beliefs - much as The Cave allegory...

Ignatias Jay Reilly in A Confederacy of Dunces