Aug 21, 2012 a masterpiece of satire, this classic has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life from the vantage point of screwtape, a highly placed assistant to our father below. John cleese has 75 books on goodreads with 47519 ratings. A timeless classic on hells latest novelties and heavens unanswerable answer a masterpiece of satire, this classic work has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of screwtape. Lewis, john cleese the screwtape letters read by john cleese at discogs. For the enjoyment of those familiar as well as those not, here is the audiobook read by john cleese. There are a few mentions of the screwtape letters by c. The screwtape letters is a christian apologetic novel by c. It is written in a satirical, epistolary style and while it is fictional in format, the plot and characters are used to address christian theological issues, primarily those to do with temptation and resistance to it. He returned to studies after the war and became an oxford academic who knew his intricate way around sophistry and rhetoric. At once wildly comic, deadly serious, and strikingly original, c. British comedian, actor, writer and film producer, born october 27, 1939 in westonsupermare, somerset, england.
I wish i had kept them, its a crazy rare set to find now. Now, in its 70th anniversary year, and having sold over half a million copies, it is an iconic classic on spiritual warfare and t. In the late 1960s, he cofounded the comedy team monty python. Lewis, was a fictional series of letters from a senior demon screwtape to his nephew wormwood, a junior tempter. In a series of letters, the infernal senior devil screwtape instructs his nephew and future successor wormwood in the arts of temptation. This set of three audio cds by author and scholar c. On the evening of july 20th, he heard a broadcast speech by hitler and later wrote to his brother, warnie.
The screwtape letters is the most engaging and humorous. The screwtape letters the screwtape letters audiobook, by c. Lewis the screwtape letters narrated by john cleese. Screwtape letters c s lewis john cleese audiobook by christian material. From the awardwinning audio drama team that brought you radio theatres amazing grace and the chronicles of narnia. S clive staples lewis was awarded a medal for bravery in the first world war. Internet archive contributor internet archive language.
The screwtape letters became one of lewis most popular works, although he said it was not fun to write and resolved never to write another letter. Aug 21, 2014 7 the screwtape letters narrated by john cleese. The screwtape letters audiobook on cassette, 1988 worldcat. The show evil makes me think someones been reading cs lewis the screwtape letters. A masterpiece of satire, this classic has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of screwtape, a highly placed assistant to our father below. John cleeses performance brings the screwtape letters to life, conveying all the irony, comedy, and terror of this modern spiritual masterpiece. Now, for the first time, the screwtape letters is presented with its full text alongside. First ever fullcast dramatization of the diabolical classic radio theatre. Obviously, the book wasnt written with former monty python john cleese in mind, but its hard to imagine a better screwtape.
He is best known for his fictional works, including the screwtape letters. The screwtape letters, read by john cleese the same site also features the problem of pain and mere christianity on audiobook. Nov 06, 2008 the screwtape letters, read by john cleese the same site also features the problem of pain and mere christianity on audiobook. Lewiss most famous work is outwardly funny as well as provocative. The screwtape letters is a satirical christian apologetics novel written in. In a series of letters, one of satans more experienced tempters writes to a junior agent in the field, instructing. Lewis book the screwtape letters cs lewis study series by alan vermilye. Lewis legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Cleese s voice provides the perfect vehicle for lewiss dry, razoredged wit. Humorist john cleese won audiofile earphones for his 1999 enactment of the correspondence between two devils plotting the damnation of one mans soul. Now, for the first time, the screwtape letters is presented with its full text alongside helpful annotations provided by lewis enthusiast and dramatist paul mccusker. Uncle screwtape, a master devil, herein gives advice to nephew wormwood on the ins and outs of entrapping human souls.
The screwtape letters is a series of letters written by screwtape, a senior demon, to his nephew and a neophyte tempter, wormood, about the different ways to tempt a newly converted christian they i want. In his enduringly popular masterpiece the screwtape letters, c. The screwtape letters is the most engaging and humorous account of temptation and triumph over it. In a series of letters, one of satans more experienced tempters writes to a junior agent in the field, instructing him in the finer points of capturing souls. One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. A masterpiece of satire, this classic has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life from the vantage point of screwtape, a highly placed. Screwtape presides over a highly organized, hightech hell, and he trains wormwood to lead christians away from gods path gradually through mundane temptations, rather than sudden sins. His voice is clear, easily understood and his expression adds to the understanding of the content. The screwtape letters is the most engaging and humorous account of temptationand triumph over itever written. They concern wormwoods patient, and his difficulties in keeping him from embracing christianity. He is best known for his fictional works, including the screwtape letters, the space trilogy, and the chronicles of narnia.
The screwtape letters is the most engaging account of temptation, and. The screwtape letters by c s lewis are enlightening and inspiring. Lewis, who would have turned 100 this past november, remains popular, both for his acclaimed fairy tales, the chronicles of narnia, as well as his theological works, mere christianity and the screwtape letters. Lewis the screwtape letters on audiocassette audio literature inc. John cleese reads audio version of lewis screwtape letters. Introduction originally published in the guardian from may 2 to november 28, 1941, lewis conceived of the screwtape letters in the summer of 1940. John cleeses most popular book is the screwtape letters. Lewis classic novel the screwtape letters narrated by john cleese. In addition to reading letters to an american lady for myself and prince caspian as a bedtime story for my daughter, last week i started listening to john cleese s great audiobook performance of the screwtape letters. The screwtape letters is the most engaging account of temptation, and triumph over it, ever written. Screwtape letters c s lewis john cleese audiobook youtube. Audio literature, three cassettes, four hours, unabridged. The screwtape letters by cs lewis read by john cleese.
Jan 01, 2006 a timeless classic on hells latest novelties and heavens unanswerable answer a masterpiece of satire, this classic work has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life and foibles from the vantage point of screwtape, a highly placed assistant to our father below. Mp3 who among us has never wondered if there might not really be a tempter sitting on our shoulders or dogging our steps. Dec 30, 2019 there are a few mentions of the screwtape letters by c. The screwtape letters narrated by john cleese cassiopaea. This fulllength version runs over 4 hours, including bonus track screwtape proposes a toast. Inexplicably out of print, this is one of the finest audiobooks ive ever heard. While the subject matter is a bit heady, ive placed it in tickle me because with cleese as screwtape. This is the best audio screwtape, a masterpiece any additional comments. John cleese reads screwtape letters by cs lewis 10 by michael haist.
This fulllength version runs over 4 hours, including bonus track screwtape proposes a. Acklands voice is calmer and less cheeky than cleese, but with much more gravitas. John cleese reads screwtape letters by cs lewis 11 by michael haist. Screwtape presides over a highly organized, hightech hell, and. A masterpiece of satire, this classic has entertained and enlightened readers the world over with its sly and ironic portrayal of human life from the vantage point of screwtape, a highly placed assistant to our father below. The screwtape letters narrated by john cleese youtube. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial. Jul 16, 2008 this set of three audio cds by author and scholar c.
View entire discussion 10 comments more posts from the christianity community. Screwtape letters audiobook john cleese category of templates you can also download and share resumes sample it. On its first appearance, the screwtape letters was immediately recognized as a milestone in the history of popular theology. I dont know if i am weaker than other people, but it is a positive revelation to me that while the speech lasts it is. Lewis provides a series of lessons in the importance of taking a deliberate role in christian faith by portraying a typical human life. Both the screwtape letters and screwtape proposes a toast have been released on both audio cassette and cd, with narrations by john cleese. His uncanny comic timing and ability to milk each phrase for maximum effect betray an infectious enthusiasm for the story. I find it ironic that an atheist john cleese is reading the the screwtape letters.
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