Literature of C.S. Lewis by Professor Timothy B. Shutt
Professor Timothy B. Shutt
brings to life the works of C.S Lewis in this 14 lecture series. Beginning with
the early years in life of C.S Lewis he discusses his life and events that
carved his inner philosophy which was the evocation of "joy". Though
C.S Lewis is known and loved for his Chronicles of Narnia series, he also wrote
a riveting science fiction trilogy which consisted of the titles "Out of
the Silent Planet", "Perelandra" and "That Hideous
Strength" in which he seeks to present an unfallen world, a world of Peace
and a world of complexities. Also
presented are analyses of his apologetic works such as Mere Christianity, which
was written for the entire Christian family including Roman Catholic and all
Protestant branches of the faith; Miracles and the Problem of Pain. Other
scholarly works include the Screwtape Letters, the Discarded Image, the
Allegory of Love and the Four Loves.
Woven through all of his fiction and nonfiction is a singular theological
theme which is the complexity of the world which includes dark and light and
all shades in between. Prior to experiencing C.S Lewis's works I was familiar
only with the Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity. After listening to
these wonderful lectures I am moved to read his other works which include food
for thought and contemplation.
Reviewed by Karen
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