The Visionary Christian: 131 Readings from C. S. Lewis

by C.S. Lewis, Chad Walsh (Editor)

VISIONARY CHRISTIAN Culled from some of C.S. Lewis's finest fiction and poetry, this collection of writings explores the eternal truths of Christianity in the accessible language of allegory, fairy tales, dream visions, and science fiction. From his children's classic The Chronicles of Narnia to the wisdom of Screwtape on marriage, democracy, and heaven, Lewis's literary imagination and extraordinary insight into the universe and God remain vivid and relevant for all times. The Visionary Christian is testimony to a true man of faith who continues to provide comfort and understanding to Christians around the world.

Genres: Religion, Philosophy, Theology, Christian, Fiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

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Clive Staples Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most influential writers of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English Literature at Oxford University until 1954. He was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance Literature at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include Mere Christianity, Out of the Silent Planet, The Great Divorce, The Screwtape Letters, and the universally acknowledged classics The Chronicles of Narnia. To date, the Narnia books have sold over 100 million copies and been transformed into three major motion pictures.

Lewis was married to poet Joy Davidman.
W.H. Lewis was his elder brother]

Reviews

[Douglas Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Selections from the works of C.S. Lewis. Nancy and I read this together, and it was quite good.

[Joanna · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book of excerpts from C.S. Lewis' other fictional writings may be great if you have already read those, but I need context. I had a hard time with it.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a look at many aspects of the human condition through excerpts of CS Lewis's fantasy and sci-fi writings.

It gives you just enough of a taste to want to read the entire books this book samples from..so be careful;)

[Barb Hegreberg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whether you’re new to the writing of CS Lewis or a long time fan, this book is for you. It is a cross section of the genres that Lewis employed.

Apologetics
Allegory
“Children’s” Fiction
Poetry
Science Fiction

It’s all here. Why not check it out?

[Tamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good plate of God's heart in snack form.
Food for thought some would do well to eat now and then.
C.S. Lewis is always amazing!

[Marley Sterling · Rating 4 out of 5]

4⭐️

[Tracy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I can't read this anymore.. I need to read the full texts. I get just a taste and then it's over. I'm starting with the chronicles, but I know I'll have to choose some straight up C.S. Lewis theology to read along with the fantasies. I just can't choose where to start... so many selections!

[Pat]

Once upon a time, KU paid me to go to school. I could have saved money to buy a house. Or fed a lot of people. Instead, I bought books. Including books consisting almost entirely of excerpts of other books which I already owned. Good thing the story doesn't end here!

[Linda Horn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book. It's a good read for beginners to C.S. Lewis because its succinct.

[Ron · Rating 3 out of 5]

An anthology of Lewis's imaginative writings.

[Sherrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

C.S. Lewis just doesn't translate well into short snippets. This book was hard to stay interested in.