The Language God Talks

Nonagenarian Publitzer Prize winner Wouk, author of the sprawling World War II narratives The Winds of War and War and Remembrance and a devout student of the Talmud, here cobbles together episodes from his life's work, recalls his encounters with several scientists (most notably, Richard Feynman), and taps into key historical events (e.g., the 1969 moon landing) to create a rumination on belief in God in a skeptical, hyperrational, scientific age. Given the expansiveness of his previous writings, both fiction and nonfiction, this account is a condensation of a life spent pondering big ideas. Veteran audiobook producer/narrator Bob Walter guides listeners through this heavy material with a grandfatherly charm, strengthening Wouk's story. A manageable introduction to the author recommended for those interested in the confluence of science and religion.—Christopher Rager, Pasadena, CA