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Collected Letters, Vol. 1: Family Letters, 19051931,Used
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The Life And Mind Of C. S. Lewis Have Fascinated Those Who Have Read His Works. This Collection Of His Personal Letters Reveals A Unique Intellectual Journey. The First Of A Threevolume Collection, This Volume Contains Letters From Lewis'S Boyhood, His Army Days In World War I, And His Early Academic Life At Oxford. Here We Encounter The Creative, Imaginative Seeds That Gave Birth To Some Of His Most Famous Works.At Age Sixteen, Lewis Begins Writing To Arthur Greeves, A Boy His Age In Belfast Who Later Becomes One Of His Most Treasured Friends. Their Correspondence Would Continue Over The Next Fifty Years. In His Letters To Arthur, Lewis Admits That He Has Abandoned The Christian Faith. 'I Believe In No Religion,' He Says. 'There Is Absolutely No Proof For Any Of Them.'Shortly After Arriving At Oxford, Lewis Is Called Away To War. Quickly Wounded, He Returns To Oxford, Writing Home To Describe His Thoughts And Feelings About The Horrors Of War As Well As The Early Joys Of Publication And Academic Success.In 1929 Lewis Writes To Arthur Of A Friend Ship That Was To Greatly Influence His Life And Writing. 'I Was Up Till 2:30 On Monday Talking To The Anglosaxon Professor Tolkien Who Came Back With Me To College ... And Sat Discoursing Of The Gods And Giants & Asgard For Three Hours ...' Gradually, As Lewis Spends Time With Tolkien And Other Friends, He Admits In His Letters To A Change Of View On Religion. In 1930 He Writes, 'Whereas Once I Would Have Said, 'Shall I Adopt Christianity', I Now Wait To See Whether It Will Adopt Me ...'The Collected Letters Of C. S. Lewis, Volume I Offers An Inside Perspective To Lewis'S Thinking During His Formative Years. Walter Hooper'S Insightful Notes And Biographical Appendix Of All The Correspondents Make This An Irreplaceable Reference For Those Curious About The Life And Work Of One Of The Most Creative Minds Of The Modern Era.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Collected Letters, Vol. 1: Family Letters, 1905-1931' by C. S. Lewis? A: The book primarily focuses on the personal letters of C. S. Lewis, detailing his life from boyhood through early adulthood, including his experiences during World War I and his academic journey at Oxford.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from Lewis's letters in this collection? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Lewis's intellectual journey, his evolving views on religion, and his relationships with friends, such as Arthur Greeves and J.R.R. Tolkien.
- Q: Is this the first volume in a series? A: Yes, this is the first volume in a three-volume collection of C. S. Lewis's letters.
- Q: What topics are covered in Lewis's early letters? A: Lewis's early letters cover a range of topics including his childhood, experiences in the army, his thoughts on the horrors of war, and his initial academic successes.
- Q: Who compiled the letters and provided additional notes? A: The letters were compiled by Walter Hooper, who also provided insightful notes and a biographical appendix about Lewis's correspondents.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 29, 2004.
- Q: What is the condition of the book if listed as 'Acceptable'? A: A book listed as 'Acceptable' may show signs of wear, such as creases, markings, or slight damage, but is still readable and intact.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 1072 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is there any additional content besides the letters? A: Yes, the book includes insightful notes from Walter Hooper and a biographical appendix of all correspondents, enhancing the understanding of Lewis's life and work.