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The Screwtape Letters - Special Illustrated Edition

by C. S. Lewis

Published: 2001-03-06
Hardcover : 224 pages

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In this humorous and perceptive exchange between two devils, C. S. Lewis delves into moral questions about good vs. evil, temptation, repentance, and grace. Through this wonderful tale, the reader emerges with a better understanding of what it means to live a faithful ...

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(In this humorous and perceptive exchange between two devils, C. S. Lewis delves into moral questions about good vs. evil, temptation, repentance, and grace. Through this wonderful tale, the reader emerges with a better understanding of what it means to live a faithful life.

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"Screwtape Letters really makes you think!"by Patti C. (see profile) 01/23/14

This is a great book! CS Lewis wrote this from the perspective of a senior devil who is writing letters to his nephew who is a novice devil. Each chapter is so insightful and thought provoking! Screwtape... (read more)

"boring!!"by Chary P. (see profile) 01/21/11

"An awesome book"by LN T. (see profile) 11/13/10

Really gets to the heart of spirituality in a clever satire. Lewis is brilliant

"Interesting Book Club Topic"by Belinda A. (see profile) 11/10/10

This book inspiried a great discussion about morality, beliefs and serving others.

"Thoughtful and intriguing"by Jennifer M. (see profile) 11/16/07

This book is written in old lanuage. It was difficult for me to stay focused on what was being said. Of course in those moments when my mind was clear enough to understand the writing I had the desire... (read more)

"A satriical look at spiritual life"by ellen t. (see profile) 06/19/07

This book is one to read again and again, and glean more from it every time. If you do read it for a book club, please let everyone know it is a SATIRE and is meant to be funny, and is extremely so if... (read more)

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