“If nothing is self-evident, nothing can be proved. Similarly if nothing is obligatory for its own sake, nothing is obligatory at all.”
Quote by C. S. Lewis
Work
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
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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