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Surprised by Joy

The Shape of My Early Life

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Surprised by Joy

By: C. S. Lewis
Narrated by: Ralph Cosham
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In the closest thing we have to an autobiography, C. S. Lewis, an unfailingly honest and perceptive observer of self, here shares the story of his personal spiritual journey. With characteristic candor and insight, he describes how his “search for joy” led him from the conventional Christianity of his childhood to a youthful atheism, and finally back to an assured Christianity compatible with his formidable intellect. With no pretense, Lewis describes his early schooldays, his experiences in the trenches during World War I, and his undergraduate life at Oxford, where he reasoned his way to God. Lewis’ “surprise” holds continuing interest not only for admirers of his work but for any modern seeker concerned with the compatibility of the rational and the spiritual.

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Amazing insights into an amazing man. The last few chapters by far the best part of the book.

Autobiography of CS Lewis

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the narrator has to speak French and Latin at points, fair play and his voice suits the era...its tough in places but an amazing historical account...mixed in with Cs Lewis illuminating gems.

it's a brain stretch!

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Enjoyed this book a lot more than I expected, was struck by Lewis and his observations of life and learning. His use of the language is from another age but still not off-putting.

Enlightening and engaging.

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Great for learning more about CS Lewis personal life, especially his childhood, and his philosophical/thought-journey from Atheism to Christianity. If you love his books you won't be disappointed with this one.

Great insight into CS Lewis' personal story

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Unsurprisingly Lewis writes with clarity & poise, each paragraph an integral part of his journey. Whilst it is not a full autobiography it sheds light on his begrudging journey into joy. His moment of free will was particularly well articulated. Bravo!

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