I'm a huge fan of the chronicles of thomas covenant. Are you a fan also?
I'm only slightly aware of them. Is Thomas the character who, despite his affliction with leprosy, becomes a hero?
Yes that's correct. Its a very inspiring story, it gives me inspiration that I am able to overcome even the most unlikely of obstacles
I suppose the leprosy serves as an apt analogy for our own weaknesses. Was it also a strength - from the lack of ability to feel pain?
Wait, are you saying leprosy makes a person immune to other pain?
Yes - I think the disease is known to damage the nerves - meaning you could tolerate pain that others would find unbearable.
Wow, I didn't know that. So what do you think? do you think have leprosy was an asset for Thomas?
Well, I'd have to read all ten books!
Haha, fair enough. Do you know anything about the history of the books? Were any of the characters based off of real life people?
It was set in an alternate world, perhaps in a parallel universe - as far as I know. I'm not sure if any of the characters drew inspiration from real life.