Description
In this timeless tale of two mortal princesses—one beautiful and one unattractive—C.S. Lewis reimagines the classic myth of Cupid and Psyche into an enduring contemporary fiction piece. This narrative centers on Orual, Psyche’s embittered and unattractive older sister, whose possessive and harmful love for Psyche is palpable. Much to Orual’s dismay, Psyche captures the heart of Cupid, the god of love, pushing the troubled Orual onto a path of moral development. Set against the backdrop of Glome, a barbaric, pre-Christian world, the contrasts between sacred and profane love are illuminated as Orual realizes that understanding the intent of the gods requires us to possess sincerity in our souls and selves.
