“To interest is the first duty of art; no other excellences will ever begin to compensate for failure in this.”
Quote by C. S. Lewis
Work
Selected Literary Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the intricacies of literary theory, analysis, and criticism. The essays cover a range of topics, including the examination of different literary works, discussions on the craft of writing, and reflections on the role of literature in society. more
Author
C. S. Lewis
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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Source: The Oxford History of English Literature
Source: A Year with C. S. Lewis: Daily Readings from His Classic Works
“Be quick to praise people. People like to praise those who praise them.”
“Never play tips from "insiders." They can't see the forest for the trees.”
“We are here today to make a choice between the quick and the dead.”
“My free will is a paradoxical partner of the power of intention.”
Source: The Power of Intention