Sir Arnold Henry Moore Lunn

About the Author

Sir Arnold Henry Moore Lunn (1888-1974) was a prolific British writer, mountaineer, and Catholic convert whose diverse oeuvre spanned philosophy, theology, sports, and social commentary. Educated at Eton and Balliol College, Oxford, Lunn initially gained prominence as a defender of Anglo-Catholicism before his dramatic conversion to Roman Catholicism in 1924, which profoundly shaped his later writings on faith and reason. A pioneering advocate for skiing in Britain, he founded the Oxford University Mountaineering Club and introduced slalom racing to the sport, blending his passion for the Alps with intellectual pursuits. Throughout his career, Lunn engaged in spirited debates with figures like H.G. Wells and Bertrand Russell, authoring over fifty books that reflected his wit, erudition, and unyielding commitment to truth. His legacy endures as a bridge between adventure and apologetics, inspiring generations of readers and adventurers alike.