From a CHRISTIAN point of view, does the book The Time Machine by 
H.G.Wells have any value and what lessons can be learned from this
book? This is important to know if I am going to have my kids read
this book. Thank you.

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Request for Question Clarification by czh-ga on 10 Nov 2005 15:30 PST

Hello pammpamm-ga,

What constitutes "a CHRISTIAN point of view" for purposes of this
question? What denomination Christian perspective are you referring
to?  What criteria do you use for deciding whether a book has "any
value and what lessons can be learned from this book?" What kinds of
books do you find objectionable for your children?

I look forward to your clarification.

~ czh ~

"The Time Machine" assumes human evolution to be a fact. If you
believe otherwise, you might find the book objectionable. Wells
himself was actively anti-Christian.

A book doesn't have to fit perfectly within one's frame of reference
in order for lessons to be learned. It is okay for a book to bother,
upset, or even disturb us--we can certainly learn about ourselves and
the world around us from this. And the introduction of new ideas can
expand our minds and/or strengthen our resolve and already-held
beliefs. In my opinion, we deprive ourselves of learning and growth
opportunities when we surround ourselves only with things that fit in
a certain box, whatever that may be. Something to consider.

Sincerely,
Boquinha-ga