He paints with words as an artist paints with pictures and a musician with notes and rhythms. Lewiss list provides an innovative, detailed, and sympathetic engagement with lewis that offers new vistas from which to gaze upon his life and work. Lewis are our inspiring guide in this elegant book of 366 poignant and thoughtprovoking daily. Lewis quotes for just about everything, and considering his expansive work, thats not exactly surprising. Lewis is perhaps best known for his series of childrens fantasies, the chronicles of narnia. There is a strange idea abroad that in every subject the ancient books should be read only by the professionals, and that the amateur should content himself with the modern books. Most christian bookstores feature the writings of lewis without a word of warning. Lewis is a powerful figure in the christian space still to this day, and we can learn a lot about our own faith through his legacy and life. Yet lewis writings went on to inspire generations of christians. Lewiss list in 1962, the christian century published c.
Lewis was an oxford and later cambridge professor of literature in the middle part of the 20th century who was very popular with the students. Chestertons the everlasting man, and after discussions with friend and. This coincidence was the inspiration for peter kreefts book between heaven and hell. The magicians nephew genesis and the last battle revelation. Clive staples lewis 18981963, former oxford professor, christian apologist, lay theologian of now legendary status. Lewis legacy as an author and theologian is farreaching and profound. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during world war ii. While still being the best book i have ever read, it is also one of the strangest. He wrote fantasy and scifi books and plenty of nonfiction.
The screwtape letters is the absolute best book i have ever read. Mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce, the problem of pain, miracles, a grief observed, abolition of man, the four loves the c. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia, book 2, p. Clive staples lewis was a british writer and lay theologian. Nov 19, 20 mere christianity a book based on a series of bbc radio talks lewis gave during the second world war sells in vast quantities in the us and is regarded as almost a sort of summa. A grief observed was published in 1961, a couple of years before he died, reflecting on the loss of joy in 1960. Lewis served as a fellow and tutor in english literature at oxford university until. Born in belfast, ireland, he held academic positions at both oxford university magdalen college and cambridge university magdalene college. One of the most wellknown christians of the 20th century, clive staples lewis was a gifted novelist, academic, poet, and christian apologist. In fact, lewis is loved with an equal fervor by conservative evangelicals, helldenying emergents, roman catholics, mormons, and even some atheists, a fact that speaks volumes to those who have ears to hear. Although controversial at points, lewis s exploration of eschatological transformation has led many to. A book to help you not ruin your life the gospel coalition. His novels generally have christian themes, and his best known work includes the the chronicles of narnia series including the lion, the witch, and the wardrobe and the space trilogy novels, a science fiction series.
C s lewis biography clive staples lewis 29 november 1898 22 november 1963, commonly referred to as c. Tolkien, as they served on the faculty together at oxford. New book shares the untold story of the woman beside c. Lewis junkie, and loves dark chocolate and robust coffeeespecially when. A very short introduction, a recent title in the oxford university press series of compact introductions to wideranging topics. Lewis was the author of the chronicles of narnia series, as well as several other books. Lewiss most distinguished and popular accomplishments include mere christianity, out of the silent planet, the great divorce, the screwtape letters, and the universally acknowledged classics in the chronicles of narnia.
Clive staples lewis november 29, 1898 november 22, 1963, commonly referred to as c. He is best known for his works of fiction, especially the screwtape letters, the chronicles of narnia, and the space trilogy, and for his nonfiction christian apologetics, such as mere christianity, miracles, and the problem of pain. For centuries christians have been tormented by one question above all if. Oct 22, 2014 from that time on, lewis thought that the best service he could provide for his unbelieving neighbors was to explain and defend the faith that has been shared by nearly all christians at all times. It is warmly recommended to anyone with an interest in lewis scholarship, the reception of texts, and the intersection of philosophy, literature, and religion. Despite his predominantly atheistic outlook in earlier life, in 1931 perhaps following the persuasion of his close friend the legendary j. Pitted against the most destructive of human weaknesses, temptation, the great man must battle evil on a new planet perelandra when it is invaded by a dark force. Lewis and his older brother, warren warnie, like their parents, were avid readers. From there, i devoured the screwtape letters and, much later, out of the silent planet, always highlighting my favorite. The screwtape letters the great divorce letters to malcolm, chiefly on prayer. The ceremony was performed in 1957, and she finally succumbed to the disease in 1960. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been. The first chapter books i ever read were my older brothers worn copies of the chronicles of narnia by c.
Also a difficult book, but one that repays close study. What the greatest christian writer thought about the greaest book, by jacob schriftman 2009 c. Browse a complete collection of his books, sign up for a monthly enewsletter, find additional resources, and more. He is best known for his fictional works, including the screwtape letters, the space trilogy, and the chronicles of narnia.
It also includes summaries of lewiss main works, sections on key ideas and people, and a comprehensive list of all. I had never read this before, but i knew it was fictional, like screwtape letters, with the topic being. This is how the void left by his mother was finally filled by mrs. Lewis, the first thing to pop into your head will probably be narnia. The lion, the witch, and the wardrobe, the second book in the sevenbook narnia series, often tops mustread lists of. Born in belfast, lewis was an avid reader as a child, and a lover of nature and animals. Lewis argues that before one can learn from the study of history whether or not any miracles have ever occurred, one must first settle the philosophical question of whether it is logically possible that miracles can occur in principle. Lewis was an irish author and scholar, known for his nonfiction work on christianity, and famously for his fantasy series the chronicles of narnia. Scholar, poet, christian apologist, fiction writer, and essayist, c. Lewis 18981963 was an irish author who was best known for writing the chronicles of narnia. This volume contains a brief biography, full of fact and only necessary comment. I was simply awed by perelandra, and then my mind was even further blown by till we have faces. Dr james le fanu is a medical doctor, columnist, social. Although its a work of historical fiction, the story itself is completely factual.
If youve looked ahead to week 4s activities in the advent study book, you. News and information for ministry from lifeway christian. Chestertons the everlasting man, and after discussions with friend and colleague j. As it so happened, paddy lost his life and lewis stuck to his word. With his trademark warmth and wit, lewis uses fiction as a vehicle for revelation. Lewiss father, albert lewis, was a solicitor, and his mother, florence hamilton lewis, graduated from the royal university of ireland now queens university belfast at a time when it was not common for women to earn degrees. Following this, lewis raised both her sons as his own. Devotional journals daily devotionals journals lifeway. He went on to serve in world war i, and was a fellow at oxford for over thirty years. Cambridge core prehistory the lifeways of huntergatherers by robert l. It is said the two made a pact that if either died during war, the other would take care of both the families.
It is not the first time the unlikely story of davidmans relationship with c. On november 22, 1963, the christian author and scholar passed away quietly in his home, his absence largely overlooked by the rest of the world. Bible book list reflect on gods comfort and learn a new hebrew word each day with this new devotional series. Bookperk delivers ebook bargains, sneak peeks, special offers, and morestraight to your inbox. He came to faith later in life at age 32, after reading g.
This is written for professional theologiansstudents, but also inquiring christians who have read lewiss works. Lewis free books for your kindle, tablet, ipad, pc or mobile. Lewis was an irish author and scholar, born into a protestant family in belfast, though mostly resident in england. Dont miss one of americas top 100 mostloved novels, selected by pbss the. Lewis, originally published in 1947 and revised in 1960. Beyond the bright blur 1963 a limitedrun 30page excerpt taken from letters to malcolm and published as a new years greeting to friends of the author according to the opening page. Please take a moment to update your preferences so that we can send the books that matter to you most. As a lifelong narnia fan, i would recommend even to adults the chronicles of narnia, particularly the volumes the lion, the witch and the wardrobe an allegory of christs life. Although controversial at points, lewiss exploration of eschatological transformation has. The seventh and final book in the chronicles of narnia sets out the hope of a new narnia. Clive staples lewis was a novelist, poet, academic, medievalist, literary critic, essayist, lay theologian, and christian apologist. Lewiss acclaimed space trilogy continues the adventures of the extraordinary dr.
Lewis wrote more than thirty books that continue to attract new readers every year. Paddys mother became the motherfigure that lewis always wished for. Throughout the book other famous authors come in and out including pl travers, ts elliot, and of course jrr tolkien. Michael coren, an expert on the life and writings of lewis, presents an engrossing biography for young people and adults of the man who created narnia. Lewiss book a grief observed describes his experience of bereavement in such a raw and personal fashion that he originally released it under the pseudonym n.
Although controversial at points, lewiss exploration of eschatological transformation has led many to explore christianity in greater detail. Jul 11, 20 the seventh and final book in the chronicles of narnia sets out the hope of a new narnia. See how we are working to keep you and our team members safe while continuing to resource ministry. Following the publicity of the first of several theatrical major feature films from lewiss chronicles of narnia, this biography, lavishly illustrated with numerous photos from the whole life of lewis, is written in a captivating way. Lewis was a prolific irish writer and scholar best known for his. Christian reflections contains fourteen of lewis s papers defending christianity. This book contains a selection of the too numerous addresses which lewis gave during the late.
This book brings together lewiss legendary radio broadcast talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend. C s lewis biography and list of works c s lewis books. The space trilogy was new for me, as i had only delved into his apologetic writings. November 22nd, 1963 was an irish academic, novelist, and poet. Lewis once wrote that nothing made his heart sing like working his way. Check out our revolutionary sidebyside summary and analysis. I know this is a beloved book, but i just cant rate it highly. Lewis was a prolific irish writer and scholar best known for his chronicles of narnia fantasy series and his prochristian texts. Lewis is commemorated on 22 november in the church calendar of the episcopal church. Lewis married joy davidman, an american divorcee with children, there was much surprised comment. They had a few short years of happiness in which time joy was diagnosed with bone cancer, experienced a powerful healing sufficient to walk again, and a few years later relapsed and died. Lewiss answer to the question, what books did most to shape your vocational attitude and your philosophy of life. Mere christianity a book based on a series of bbc radio talks lewis gave during the second world war sells in vast quantities in the us. This collection contains all seven books in the classic fantasy series, the chronicles of narnia, without art, to appeal to older readers.
This is one of the questions taken up by james como in c. Lewis s most distinguished and popular accomplishments include mere christianity, out of the silent planet, the great divorce, the screwtape letters, and the universally acknowledged classics in the chronicles of narnia. This book is available exclusively through the gospel project, this will help you to. This special ebook edition includes an introduction by c. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the c. This penlighten article provides a list of all the books by c. Lewis s legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. So the quote from cs lewis god cannot give us a happiness and. Lewis s stepson, douglas gresham and full text and art for lewis s very first work boxen. Patti callahan is the author of numerous novels, including the new york times bestseller driftwood summer. Lewis knew that grownups would eventually sneak back into the wardrobe to discover new truths about god. His words transcend denominations and are applicable to all christian life. Ironically, many friends recommended the book to lewis as a method for dealing with his own grief. Apr 21, 2015 one of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide.
His apologetic work mere christianity remains a top 5 apologetic for the christian faith, while his childrens books the chronicles of narnia continue to teach the christian faith in a powerful way. Lewis recommended the reading of old books in his introduction to athanasius on the incarnation. Lewis the abolition of man or reflections on education with special reference to the teaching of english in the upper forms of schools the master said, he who sets to work on a different strand destroys the whole. Tolkien lewis reverted to the anglican church once more. Lewis books and biography free pdf books from bookyards, one of the worlds first online libraries to offer ebooks to be downloaded for free. Last year marked the 50th year of his death, and in. Lewis responded with ten titles, ranging from virgils aeneid to james boswells the life of samuel johnson and from george herberts the temple to boethiuss the consolation of philosophy. Yes, he is the famous author of this muchloved series of books and movies. Lewis is known for his work on medieval literature, christian apologetics and fiction.
Lewis is widely known for his fiction, especially his stories of science fiction and fantasy, for which he was a pioneering author in an age of rea. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Occasionally the work of other authors that touch on the similar themes and topics found in lewis writings e. Lewis 18981963 was a british novelist, poet, academic, medievalist, literary critic, essayist, theologian, broadcaster, and lecturer. He is best known both for his fictional work, especially the screwtape letters, the chronicles of narnia, and the space. His life and faith his thought and teaching his family and friends his influences. This group is for those interested in studying the thought and writings of c. Lewiss very large backlist book recommendation time books mentioned. Lewis book mere christianity cs lewis study urban, steven on. Lewis responded with ten titles, ranging from virgils aeneid to james boswells the life of samuel johnson and from george herberts the temple to boethiuss. Clerk to keep readers from associating the book with him. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices.