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1) C. S. Lewis
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Twayne's English authors volume TEAS 442
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Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of C.S. Lewis.
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Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color ebook device and in rich black and white on all other devices.
Narnia . . . where animals talk . . . where trees walk . . . where a battle is about to begin.
A prince denied his rightful throne gathers an army in a desperate attempt to rid his land of a false king. But in the end, it is a battle of honor between two men alone that will decide the fate of an entire
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This acclaimed biography charts the progress of the brilliant, prolific writer, C. S. Lewis. C. S. Lewis was a deeply complex man, capable of inspiring both great devotion and great hostility. This acclaimed biography charts the progress of the clever child from the 'Little End Room' of his Ulster childhood and adult life, exploring Lewis's unwilling conversion to Christianity, the genesis of his writing, and the web of his relationships.
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Very short introductions volume 591
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Beloved by children and adults worldwide, the writings of C.S. Lewis have a broad and enduring appeal. Although best known for the iconic Chronicles of Narnia series, Lewis was actually a man of many literary parts, including satire, science fiction, sermons, poetry, and prose. Taken together, his writings reflect a life in which he came to his knowledge, beliefs, and wisdom only after much soul-searching and many painful events. Delving into the...
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"C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and the other members of the Inklings met each week to read and discuss each other's work-in-progress, offering both encouragement and blistering critique. How did these conversations shape the books they were writing? How does creative collaboration enhance each individual talent? And what can we learn from their example? Beautifully illustrated by James A. Owen, Bandersnatch offers an inside look at the Inklings of Oxford...
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Cultivated from his many essays, articles, and letters, as well as his classic works, The Reading Life provides guidance and reflections on the love and enjoyment of books. Engaging and enlightening, this well-rounded collection includes Lewis' reflections on science fiction, why children's literature is for readers of all ages, and why we should read two old books for every new one.
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"Passport to Narnia is a beginners guide to C.S. Lewis' classic Chronicles of Narnia offering a book-by-book synopsis of the series, and an in-depth look at the forthcoming movie series. Passport to Narnia also includes a biography of Lewis, along with interviews, photos, a guide to C. S. Lewis' England and more"--Provided by publisher.