Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
6-1-2007
Abstract
While most biographical works on C.S. Lewis give passing reference to Lewis' problems with elementary mathematics, few have made an attempt at diagnosing the difficulty or exploring its impact on his writing. A careful study of family correspondence, however, makes it clear that his learning difficulties were not with mathematics alone and suggests connections between attitudes toward and abilities in both mathematics and language. This paper will make these connections clear and will illustrate their ties to Lewis' effective mathematical references.
Recommended Citation
Jongerius, Kim, "Rules and Insights: Connecting the Mathematical and Linguistic Abilities of C.S. Lewis" (2007). ACMS Conference Proceedings 2007. 5.
https://pillars.taylor.edu/acms-2007/5
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