Selected from talks delivered by C. S. Lewis during World War II, these nine addresses offer guidance and inspiration in a time of great doubt and anxiety. These are ardent and lucid sermons that provide a compassionate vision of Christianity.
Clive Staples Lewis (1898–1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the 20th century and arguably the most influential Anglo-Christian writer of his day. His major contributions in literary criticism, children's literature, fantasy literature, and popular theology brought him international renown and acclaim. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include The Chronicles of Narnia, Out of the Silent Planet, The Four Loves, The Screwtape Letters, and Mere Christianity.