Surprised by Joy The Shape of My Early Life - CS Lewis
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Surprised by Joy The Shape of My Early Life

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Langue
Anglais
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Maison d'édition
Barnes & Noble Books
Pages
230
ISBN
9780760732212
Surprised by Joy chronicles C.S. Lewis's early life and intellectual journey from childhood skepticism to an unexpected embrace of faith. Lewis details his formative years, including his upbringing in Belfast, experiences at various boarding schools, and his deep immersion in literature and mythology, which fueled a profound intellectual curiosity. The core of his memoir traces his lifelong pursuit of a unique sensation he termed "Joy" - an intense, almost painful longing that transcended mere pleasure or happiness, which he initially encountered in fleeting moments throughout his youth.

This autobiography delves into the forces that shaped his mind and spirit, revealing his progression through atheism and theism before arriving at Christianity. Lewis meticulously examines the intellectual and emotional landscape that led him to confront his preconceptions, ultimately discovering that the "Joy" he had pursued was a pointer to a deeper reality. This account offers insight into a celebrated author's path to conversion, presenting a journey of the mind and heart toward an unforeseen truth.

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Surprised by Joy Paru initialement en 1959
Langue d'origine
Anglais
Éditeur d'origine HarperCollins Distribution Services

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