Best C.S. Lewis Books
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C.S. Lewis is well-known for his non-fiction work, explicating Christianity and theology in clear, rational, logical language. Lewis was also a gifted writer of myths, fiction, and fantasy.
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1.
Mere Christianity
One of Lewis' best-known works, this book clearly outlines the logical arguments for Christianity in an intellectual rather than emotional manner.
54 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
2.
A Grief Observed
A raw and moving account of Lewis' struggle with grief after the death of his wife. Unlike most of his other non-fiction, which tends to be more logical, this book includes the intensely emotional writing that clearly demonstrates the depth of grief and love.
27 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
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The Great Divorce
27 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
4.
Till We Have Faces
24 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
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Screwtape Letters
A fascinating and imaginative look at Christianity from Satan's perspective. The book is full of wry humor that takes the reader off guard.
23 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl - 2 comments
Comments:
It's remarkable, C.S. Lewis forces the reader to look at temptations through a different perspective. One Saturday night a few months ago I was debating whether I should go to my college group bible study that night after work. By the end of the night I would have finished an 8 hour shift so I selfishly decided that if I was hungry I would go get some food, if I wasn't I would go to bible study. Regrettably, I ended up getting food and going home. Later that night I was reading where I left off on the Screwtape Letters and I came across a passage where a demon was talking about something along the lines of "the patient (human) has developed a horrible notion in his mind (the truth), if we don't suppress this now we'll lose him. Go and fill his mind with hunger, that ought to distract him." That hit me deep. C.S. Lewis gracefully bombards readers with relatable details like such that reveal our sins that we were initially blind to, thinking they weren't so bad. I wish I could read it again for the first time.
Added 10 years ago by guest, 1 point
my boyfriend loves books by c.s. lewis so im getting him this book for christmas! i hope its a good choice!
Added 13 years ago by guest, 1 point
6.
Out of the Silent Planet
22 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
7.
Surprised by Joy
22 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
8.
The Last Battle
21 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
9.
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
The second of the Chronicles of Narnia (the first being the Magician's Nephew) but the most well-known of the books, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a rich allegorical tale that skillfully weaves the theme of good versus evil through a wonderfully evocative, magical world filled with brilliantly developed characters. It's a pleasure to read for children and adults alike.
18 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl - 3 comments
Comments:
my teacher reads that book every day. I love it. thank you for this book of Narnia
Added 9 years ago by guest, 0 points
This is the first book, not the second.
Added 11 years ago by guest, -3 points
cool book
Added 14 years ago by guest, 0 points
10.
Perelandra
16 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
11.
The Four Loves
15 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
12.
The Problem of Pain
Lewis' attempt to explain how a loving God could allow suffering, this book takes a very straightforward and honest look at pain, love, heaven, and God. This book proves that Lewis was not afraid to address very difficult topics.
14 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
13.
The Silver Chair
10 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
14.
That Hideous Strength
7 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
15.
Miracles
7 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
16.
The Abolition of Man
It is one of C.S. Lewis's first works, and a great book to begin his career.
5 points - added 12 years ago by guest -
17.
Voyage of the Dawn Treader
5 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
18.
Reflections on the Psalms
3 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
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The Magician's Nephew
3 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
20.
The Weight of Glory
3 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
21.
Prince Caspian
2 points - added 15 years ago by smallbrowngirl -
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