Screwtape Letters: Annotated Edition, The

Screwtape Letters: Annotated Edition, The

<p>On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of C. S. Lewis's death, a special annotated edition of his Christian classic, <em>The Screwtape Letters</em>, with notes and excerpts from his other works that help illuminate this diabolical masterpiece.</p><p>Since its publication in 1942, <em>The Screwtape Letters </em>has sold millions of copies worldwide and is recognized as a milestone in the history of popular theology. A masterpiece of satire, it offers a sly and ironic portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to “Our Father Below." At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, <em>The Screwtape Letters</em> comprises the correspondence of the worldly-wise devil Screwtape and his nephew Wormwood, a novice demon in charge of securing the damnation of an ordinary young man.</p><p>For the first time, <em>The Screwtape Letters </em>will be presented in full-text accompanied by helpful annotations in a striking two-color format. These annotations will give fans a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the popular book, providing background information, explanations of terms, historical significance, and excerpts from Lewis's other works that more fully explain the ideas in this volume.</p><p>For both expert Lewis fans and casual readers, <em>The Screwtape Letters: Annotated Edition</em> will be a beautiful and insightful guide to a beloved classic.</p>