Author Archives: Kinders

About Kinders

Amateur comic strip artist, photographer and musician; wannabe author and film director; actual web 2.0 nerd and social butterfly. I've been visiting Bridge to the Stars and its forum, the Republic of Heaven, on and off since 2003, when I began making a short documentary about the His Dark Materials trilogy.
Archbishop of Canterbury: Pullman helps people understand theology
Posted on June 1, 2009 by Kinders

Citing Philip Pullman as one of his favourite modern writers, Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams said he liked his work because it took the church “seriously” at a time when theology was “drifting out” of mainstream thought. “[Pullman] takes … Continue reading →



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Pullman interview and comments on a new book in Yorkshire Post
Posted on June 1, 2009 by Kinders

The Yorkshire Post features an interview with Philip Pullman, in which he discusses writing His Dark Materials, religious controversy, and his latest work, a retelling of the story of Jesus: “I’m fascinated by theology. The book I’m writing at the … Continue reading →



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Pullman campaigns for a referendum on proportional representation
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Kinders

In a letter to the Observer today, a powerful alliance of public figures including Philip Pullman launched a campaign for a referendum on proportional representation on the same day as the next general election in the UK. They argue that … Continue reading →



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Philip Pullman in conversation at the West Yorkshire Playhouse
Posted on May 23, 2009 by Kinders

Philip Pullman will visit the West Yorkshire Playhouse on Monday, June 1 at 4.30pm, to talk about the theatrical adaptation of his books and the success of the novels and to answer any pressing questions the audience may have about … Continue reading →



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Pullman interviewed in the Scotsman
Posted on May 23, 2009 by Kinders

Philip Pullman is interviewed in the Scotsman, commenting primarily on Off by Heart, but also discussing his personal life, atheism, fan mail and the His Dark Materials films. “If the studios don’t make the next two films, I might do … Continue reading →



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