Letters to Children
by C.S. Lewis
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Read in July, 2008
This small sample of Lewis' ample correspondence with his fans shows a true sensitivity to the minds of children. He treats the children as adults but also answers them in a way appropriate for how they opened the conversation. I was impressed with the number of children he had an ongoing correspondence with. The most fascinating thing to me was how he handled the religious undertones of the Narnian stories. For children who referenced this specifically and asked about it, he had no problem ...more
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Read in January, 2008
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anyone who loves children
I flew through this book - and when I finished C.S. Lewis became more like a grandfather to me. I have always reveled in his literary genius and theological mind. Yet, to read these letters, I saw quite clearly his passion and love for children. Why else would he painstakingly write letters encouraging and teaching those brave souls who were faithful to correspond?
I only wish I had lived at that time to receive even a nugget of wisdom or jest from this wonderful man!
I only wish I had lived at that time to receive even a nugget of wisdom or jest from this wonderful man!
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Read in February, 2008
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An extremely tasteful and compelling set of letters Lewis wrote to little ones who asked about his books. Very interesting to see how he robustly yet lovingly answers them, expecting they should understand him quite well. An excellent companion to The Chronicles of Narnia, since he answers many questions about those.
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This book shows a very sweet side of C. S. Lewis, who felt the responsibility to answer letters from his fans. There's one in particular that I think is funny, if you ever come across this book. He draws a picture of a cat in it. See if you can find it.
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Read in May, 2008
there's some good stuff in here and it is an excellent supplement if you love CS Lewis. his decline is truly sad to see and it's touching and inspiring to see how kind and thoughtful he was when responding to young people.
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The letters were fun to read and I found it surprising just how much energy and time Mr Lewis put into responding to the letters. He was obviously a generous man.
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If you love Lewis like I do--and I call him my boyfriend--how can you not treasure his humility and simplicity? Oh, and depth and insight and humor and...
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I have to admit that I thoroughly enjoyed this book. At times I think I learned more from this than any of CSLs other works!
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More profound theology in a more accessible package you will never find. Everyone in the Universe should read this book.
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Read in January, 2004
I really enjoyed reading these. It showed the level of respect that Lewis had for children, which is dear to my own heart.
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Sara and I read a few letters each night. It is fun.
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Great fun for anyone who loves C.S. Lewis! :)
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