Publication date UK format 11/10/22 book 304 pages
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Synopsis
Loss and Love in the Final Years of C. S. Lewis's Life The Completion of C. S. Lewis: From War to Joy is the final volume in a trilogy on C. S. Lewis's life. In this third book, scholar Harry Lee Poe examines the years during World War II until Lewis's death in 1963. This period of his life was wrought with disappointments and tragedy, including the deaths of close friends and family, the decline of his health, and professional failings. Despite these disappointments, this time was also marked by deep and meaningful relationships with those around him, including his friendship with and marriage to Joy Davidman Gresham. Lewis used these trials and joys to write some of his bestselling books, such as The Chronicles of Narnia; Till We Have Faces; and Surprised by Joy. Final Book in a Trilogy: Trilogy also includes Becoming C. S. Lewis: A Biography of Young Jack Lewis (1898-1918) and The Making of C. S. Lewis: From Atheist to Apologist (1918-1945) Examines Lewis's Adult Life from 1945 to 1963: This period of his life greatly influenced some of his most famous books Appeals to Fans and Scholars of Lewis: Filled with details about the ins and outs of Lewis's life
My Review
This was a brilliant book. It is the third in a series of biographies about c.s Lewis. I haven't read the other two, but this was the perfect book for me to read and was so close to getting 5 stars. It covered the narnia chronicles all the way up to his death and beyond. I actually read this book straight after reading all the narnia novels. It was the perfect complement as it really makes you appreciate his work even more. This book was very through and included his days working as a lecturer. Which was fascinating reading. You could tell that this book was very well researched and it flowed so well. There was never a dull moment. I loved reading about his friendship with Tolken as it was definitely a roller coaster ride. I really couldn't put this book down and finished it in one day, which definitely had me up very late trying to finish it. I definitely recommend reading it if you want to learn more about C.S. Lewis.
So much praise goes out to the author and publishers for bringing us this very fascinating book. I just loved looking at the pictures included in this book. I will definitely be looking out for more books by this brilliant author.
Where you can buy this book
Amazon US k $26.49, audible, hc $29.87
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