C.S. Lewis
A Soulify guide to C.S. Lewis · Christian Thinkers
Overview
C.S. Lewis was a literary scholar and Christian writer whose books speak to both imagination and reason. The Chronicles of Narnia uses fantasy to explore courage, sacrifice, and hope, while Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters examine belief and moral life. Lewis wrote from an Anglican background and is studied widely across Christian traditions.
Key Facts
- Born:
- 1898
- Died:
- 1963
- Known As:
- Christian author and literary scholar · Anglican; widely read across Christian traditions
Known For
- The Chronicles of Narnia
- Mere Christianity and Christian apologetics
Selected writings & works
Mere Christianity
An accessible presentation of central Christian beliefs.
The Screwtape Letters
Satirical fiction about temptation and moral self-deception.
The Chronicles of Narnia
Fantasy stories exploring courage, sacrifice, and hope.
A Grief Observed
Personal reflections on bereavement and faith.
Questions to explore
- How does Lewis use imagination to explore a moral question?
- Which parts of an argument are shared Christian belief, and which reflect the author's interpretation?
Tradition: Anglican; widely read across Christian traditions. Historical influence does not mean every view represents Catholic teaching.
Legacy & influence
- His accessible writing gives many readers a first language for questions about faith and virtue.
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Sources & further reading
Profile prepared by Soulify. Read the linked sources for historical context; dates marked “about” are approximate.