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C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity
A Biography
Series: Lives of Great Religious Books
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This book is ideal for readers interested in religious history, Christian apologetics, and C. S. Lewis's life and legacy. It suits those who appreciate thoughtful spiritual literature and seek a deeper understanding of one of the 20th century's most significant religious writings.
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See moreThe life and times of C. S. Lewis's modern spiritual classicMere Christianity, C. S. Lewis's eloquent defense of the Christian faith, originated as a series of BBC radio talks broadcast during the dark days of World War Two. Here is the story of the extraordinary life and afterlife of this influential and inspiring book. George Marsden describe
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The life and times of C. S. Lewis's modern spiritual classic Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis's eloquent defence of the Christian faith, originated as a series of BBC radio talks broadcast during the dark days of World War Two.
Here is the story of the extraordinary life and afterlife of this influential and inspiring book. George Marsden describes how Lewis gradually went from being an atheist to a committed Anglican—famously converting to Christianity in 1931 after conversing into the night with his friends J. R. R. Tolkien and Hugh Dyson—and how his plainspoken case for Christianity went on to become one of the most beloved spiritual books of all time.
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Critics hail the book as a "superb study" illuminating the success of Mere Christianity, enriching readers' appreciation of the classic. It is praised as a "fascinating exploration" of a profoundly influential religious work, offering a splendid account of its development and reception. Reviewers note Marsden's introduction encourages readers to engage deeply with Lewis's text, providing insight and renewed appreciation.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780691202471
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 February 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 280
About the Author
George M. Marsden is the Francis A. McAnaney Professor of History Emeritus at the University of Notre Dame. His books include Fundamentalism and American Culture, Jonathan Edwards: A Life, and The Outrageous Idea of Christian Scholarship.
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