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“From the moment a creature becomes aware of God as God and of itself as self, the terrible alternative of choosing God or self for the centre is opened to it.”

Quote by C. S. Lewis

Book:A Mind Awake: An Anthology of C. S. Lewis

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A Mind Awake: An Anthology of C. S. Lewis

This anthology compiles a selection of C. S. Lewis's writings, offering insights into his thoughts on faith, morality, and the nature of human existence. The collection includes a range of essays and lectures that showcase Lewis's intellectual depth and his ability to engage with complex ideas in accessible ways. more

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C. S. Lewis was a British novelist, academic, and Christian theologian. He is renowned for his fictional works, particularly The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of fantasy novels that have become a beloved classic of children's literature. Lewis also penned adult fiction, including the science fiction trilogy Out of the Silent Planet and the space trilogy. His non-fiction works, such as Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain, have had a significant impact on Christian thought and spirituality. more

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