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The Screwtape Letters

The Screwtape Letters Paperback - 1988

by Lewis, C. S.


About this book

The Screwtape Letters is a work of Christian apologetics by C. S. Lewis, first published in book form in 1942. The story takes the form of a series of letters from a senior demon, Screwtape, to his nephew, a junior tempter named Wormwood, so as to advise him on methods of securing the damnation of an earthly man, known only as "the Patient. The novel was dedicated to J.R.R. Tolkien, and is among one of Lewis' most popular works.

Summary

In this humorous and perceptive exchange between two devils, C. S. Lewis delves into moral questions about good vs. evil, temptation, repentance, and grace. Through this wonderful tale, the reader emerges with a better understanding of what it means to live a faithful life.

First line

My dear Wormwood, I note what you say about guiding your patient's read and taking care that he sees a good deal of his material friend.

First Edition Identification

The Screwtape Letters was first published by Geoffrey Bles, London, in 1942. The first edition dust jacket was issued in plain cream and the book was bound in black cloth. 

The first US edition was published by The Macmillan Company, New York in 1943. Bound in the original dark maroon cloth with black letters,1943 on the title page only. Price stamp of $1.50.

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  • Title The Screwtape Letters
  • Author Lewis, C. S.
  • Binding Paperback
  • Language EN
  • Publisher Signet
  • Date February 2, 1988
  • ISBN 9780451626103
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