Mere Christianity is C. S. Lewis’s forceful and accessible doctrine on Christian belief. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books—The Case for Christianity, Christian Behavior, and Beyond Personality—Mere Christianity brings together what Lewis sees as the fundamental truths of his religion.
Rejecting the boundaries that divide Christianity’s many denominations, C. S. Lewis finds a common ground on which all those who have Christian faith can stand together, proving that “at the center of each there is something, or a Someone, who against all divergences of belief, all differences of temperament, all memories of mutual persecution, speaks with the same voice.”
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"The most fantastic book I've read in a long while! The author offers us in his highly readable discussion both his intellectual reflections about faith and then the inner workings of faith itself. A rare and perfect blend."
— Brigette (5 out of 5 stars)
“The most influential book of the most influential Christian apologist of the century.”
— National Review, 100 Best Nonfiction Books of the Century“Few authors can command a spot on the bestseller charts for close to ten years. There are even fewer authors, perhaps just one, who can do that long after their death…[Mere Christianity] continues to resonate.”
— Publishers Weekly“Ralph Cosham’s performance is superb; he is clear and unhurried, giving just the right emphasis and/or inflection…Whether or not one agrees with Lewis’ arguments, it is a pleasure to hear such a skillful reading of an eloquent work.”
— Library Journal“Mere Christianity is well-suited to being read…[it is] written in an informal, conversational style…[Cosham] sounds like a friendly academic and reads with appropriate pauses and emphasis. His subdued Oxbridge…accent is inviting and pleasant, showing none of the pretension one might expect from an Oxford don.”
— AudioFile“This recording captures Lewis’ finely crafted arguments and opinions…[Cosham’s] melodic, subtly British-accented voice could easily have been Lewis’ own.”
— Today’s Librarian" Wonderful work by Cs Lewis, will read again. "
— Julia, 12/1/2016" A must read for anyone wanting to understand not only the philosphical meaning of Christianity but the psychological reasoning that logically invokes Christianity as the only true religion. "
— J.D., 12/18/2012" Every Christian's guide and the intro to a life of Christianity to any non-Christian. "
— Magen, 7/15/2012" Simply C.S. Lewis. A wonderful read. "
— Brad, 4/24/2012" My husband and I read this together. I liked it, but it was pretty deep. It was very thought-provoking and we had some really good discussions together about it. I would recommend it, although it is not light or easy. "
— Maria, 6/30/2011" This book lays out the fundamentals of Christian belief very clearly. "
— Dillon, 6/26/2011" I love CS Lewis, wise and unbelievably well reasoned. "
— Hannah, 6/23/2011" Mere Christianity is one of the few books I have read more than once. Every time I read it, about every ten years, I get more out of it. "
— Robin, 6/20/2011" Challenging, thought provoking, and wonderful. I'll have to read it several more times extremely slowly to wring out everything I want to keep with me from it. "
— Katelyn, 6/15/2011" I liked this book until the end. "
— Natalie, 6/13/2011" Perhaps the best intro to dogmatics available. "
— Steven, 6/10/2011" A wonderful read and brillant apologetics. "
— Sarah, 6/7/2011" I need more stars for this one! Another of those books I read every few years, and always find something new in it. "
— Samuel, 6/5/2011Clive Staples Lewis (1898–1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most influential Christian writer of his day. He was a fellow and tutor in English literature at Oxford University until 1954, when he was unanimously elected to the chair of Medieval and Renaissance English at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. His major contributions to literary criticism, children’s literature, fantasy literature, and popular theology brought him international renown and acclaim. Lewis wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include the Chronicles of Narnia, Out of the Silent Planet, The Four Loves, The Screwtape Letters, and Mere Christianity.
Geoffrey Howard (a.k.a. Ralph Cosham) was a stage actor and an award-winning narrator. He recorded more than 100 audiobooks in his lifetime and won the prestigious Audio Award for Best Narration and several AudioFile Earphones Awards.