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“Man is not the centre. God does not exist for the sake of man. Man does not exist for his own sake.”

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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