Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Lewis, in full clive staples lewis, born november 29, 1898, belfast, ireland now in northern irelanddied november 22, 1963, oxford, oxfordshire, england, irishborn scholar, novelist, and author of about 40 books, many of them on christian apologetics, including the screwtape letters and mere christianity. The main characters of this christian, religion story are. Lewis and the catholic church, that in spite of the limitations that mere christianity had placed upon him, lewis groped progressively towards more christianity, accepting as integral to the christian faith, doctrines and. Considered a classic of christian apologetics, the transcripts of the broadcasts originally appeared in print as three separate pamphlets. I especially liked his direct, simplistic and clear manner of writing. Lewiss 25 christian books sold millions of copies, including the screwtape letters 1942, mere christianity 1952, the chronicles of narnia 195056, the great divorce 1946, and the. Loving the unlikeable in his book, mere christianity, cs lewis.
Men or nations who think they can revive the faith. A frank discussion on christian beliefs, mere christianity urges the reader to ask tough questions. Mere christianity harperone still one of the finest and most widely read explanations and defenses of the faith. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis saw as the fundamental truths of the religion. First, that human beings, all over the earth, have this curious idea that they ought to behave in a certain way, and cannot really get rid of it. From there, i devoured the screwtape letters and, much later, out of the silent planet, always highlighting my favorite quotes and passages. If god really is allknowing, it would seem, then ones choices arent truly free at all. One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. When studying human history, he claims, one is struck by how similar different.
But, i would say my favorite book is god in the dock largely because it is a compilation of essays that reflect the breadth of lewis insights apologetics, literature, human nature, etc. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitymere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of his religion. His words transcend denominations and are applicable to all christian life. Mere christianity is one of lewis most insightful books as well as one of his most difficult. Mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce, the problem of pain, miracles, a grief observed, abolition of man, the four loves the c.
Mere christianity is possibly lewis most frequently read work, and was originally given as a. The first chapter books i ever read were my older brothers worn copies of the chronicles of narnia by c. Lewis, 9780007461219, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Christian love, either towards god or towards man, is an affair of the will. Lewiss works of nonfiction, with several million copies sold worldwide. The best parts of mere christianity are the first four chapters where he gives the moral argument for god. God knows in advance what were going to do, and thus seems to control our actions. Lewis theology was basically anglican, with an ecumenical breadth shaped by the formative influences of. Lewis points out that it is easy to love the likeable. Lewisthe great british writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, christian apologist, and bestselling author of mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce, the chronicles of narnia, and many other beloved classicsbrilliantly reimagines the story of cupid and psyche. 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. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during the second world war. Mere christianity paperback deckle edge, april 21, 2015. The revered teacher and bestselling author reflects on the power, importance, and joy of a life dedicated to reading books in this delightful collection drawn from his wide body of writings.
This is the first book i picked up and read from c. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 191 pages and is available in paperback format. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the christian faith. One of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. Lewis argues for the logical validity of christianity, defends the religion from its critics, and looks in detail at what the life of a christian is like. Lewis argues for the logical validity of christianity, defends the religion from its critics, and looks in detail at what the life of a christian is like in the first part of the book, lewis discusses the law of human nature. Analyzing such wide ranging subjects as the idea of love in medieval literature or the reign of relativism among the postchristian west, lewis works have touched audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. Lewis nicknamed jack grew up with a deep love for reading books. He held academic positions in english literature at both oxford university magdalen college, 19251954 and cambridge university magdalene college, 19541963. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled. Heres a synopsis of lewis s thoughts, published in 1960 and based on a radio series he did with the bbc a few years previous. Apr 19, 2018 love may forgive all infirmities and love still in spite of them.
But stots book is more of an explanation whereas lewis book is more of a defense. Lewis was invited to give a series of radio lectures addressing the central issues of. Books 3 and 4 furnished more material for discussion because they were almost twice as long. Lewis work, which was adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1942 and 1944.
In early 1908 flora lewis was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Buy a cheap copy of mere christianity journal book by c. In 1941 england, when all hope was threatened by the inhumanity of war, c. The case for christianity broadcast talks in the uk 1942, christian. Dec 15, 20 mere christianity is arguably one of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book brings together lewis s legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and. Lewis legacy as an author and theologian is farreaching and profound. Here, lewis addresses one of the most famous criticisms of christianitythat there is an inherent contradiction between an allknowing god and a free human race. The timeless questions of spirituality which lewis. Lewis s forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. Lewis s works of nonfiction, with several million copies sold worldwide. As far as explaining christianity, though, i think john stots book, basic christianity, is better than lewis mere christianity.
It is laid down in the christian rule, thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. Later books on literature include a preface to paradise lost 1942, the personal heresy. Lewis, the beloved writer of such christian classics as mere christianity and the screwtape letters, has come to logos. In view of this it might be a good plan to divide your study into three sessions starting with books 1 and 2 together and then books 3 and 4 separately. His friendship with tolkien and a larger group of oxford literaries known as the inklings, became the testing ground for many of his now famous books including the chronicles of narnia, mere christianity, the screwtape letters and others. S lewis, the author more wellknown for the chronicles of narnia which became a blockbuster movie. At the end of the first chapter in mere christianity, lewis lays out the scope of his argument. November 22nd, 1963 was an irish academic, novelist, and poet. Lewis numerous written works combined his faith, reason, and storytelling gifts in a way that has.
Jul 11, 20 mere christianity harperone still one of the finest and most widely read explanations and defenses of the faith. So the young lewis was deeply influenced by a love books, the verdant and mysterious countryside of northern ireland, and the sense that joy in this life was rare, much to be desired, and perhaps more attainable, more perfect in some other realm. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for. This hugely popular international bestseller is being repackaged and rebranded as the leading title in the c. Mere christianity by cs lewis abebooks passion for books. Secondly, that they do not in fact behave in that way. Lewis, mere christianity the passage displays lewiss overall attitude towards his faith. Browse a complete collection of his books, sign up for a monthly enewsletter, find additional resources, and more. However, the virtue of charity comes by choosing to act. Mere christianity is arguably one of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written. Its shrewd approach and luminous imagery retain much of their power to excite and. Lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Free download or read online mere christianity pdf epub book.
Lewis on the whole, gods love for us is a much safer subject to think about than our love for him. Lewis, quote from mere christianity even in literature and art, no man who bothers about originality will ever be original. Books 3 and 4 furnished more material for discussion because they. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book brings together lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and.
Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford. Clive staples lewis 29 november 1898 22 november 1963 was a british writer and lay theologian. Mere christianity is one of lewis most insightful books as well as one. Lewis crazy love by francis chan the screwtape letters by c. Discover a secretly incredible life in an ordinary world. First, lewis addresses our relationship to god as need love. He is best known for his works of fiction, especially the screwtape letters, the chronicles of narnia, and the space trilogy. From the revered teacher and bestselling author of such classic christian works as mere christianity and the screwtape letters comes a collection. Lewis quotes for just about everything, and considering his expansive work, thats not exactly surprising. The content of this book was adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made by lewis between 1942 and 1944. The booklet serves as an answer guide to mere christianity bible study. Mere christianity is one of the finest books that ive ever read, and the four loves, though decidedly less remarkable, offers many helpful contributions to my.
Lewiss 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. Lewis and the catholic church, that in spite of the limitations that mere christianity had placed upon him, lewis groped progressively towards more christianity, accepting as integral to the christian faith, doctrines and dogmas that would have made cranmer cringe. Lewis legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Lewis forceful and accessible doctrine on christian belief.
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