R54 (Quotes)

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Complete the quote and name the source (3 words):
"Joy is the serious _____ _____ _____ .
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C S Lewis on the Influence of the Bible  

This interesting essay reminds us that this year (2011) is the 400^th anniversary of the publication of the KVJ and uses Lewis’ talk (that was also published) entitled “The Literary Impact of The Authorised Version” as a springboard to note Lewis’ view and how it still speaks to us today.

Q277 (Narnia)

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Where is Bism in the land of Narnia?
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BONUS Questions:

(Q93 – Non-fiction)

What is title of the radio version of Lewis' inaugural lecture to Cambridge?

(Q95 – Quotes)

Complete the quote and name the source (4 words): "Nothing, not even what is lowest and most bestial, will not be raised again if _____ _____ _____ _____ ."

Q276 (Life)

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What is the title of the book by Lewis about his life that was published in what year yesterday? 
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Answer to yesterday's question also in comments;
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Beyond the Wardrobe

This article from Time magazine came out in 2005 just before the first Narnia movie, but it is more of an overview of Lewis than a discussion of his children’s books.

C.S. Lewis Minute

ANNOUNCING my new PODCAST BLOG...

the C.S. Lewis Minute

...a 60 second look at the life and/or writings of the man who brought us The Chronicles of Narnia.


http://lewisminute.wordpress.com/

R16 (Narnia)

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Who does Lucy first meet when she visits Narnia?
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BONUS Questions:

(Q90 – Quotes)

Complete the quote and name the source (6 words): "Christ died for men precisely because _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____; to make them worth it."

(Q92 – Other Fiction)

What other fictional book by Lewis was published the same year as the final Narnia book "The Last Battle?"

Q275 (Quotes)

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Complete the quote and name the source (3 words):
"You can't _____ _____ _____ while your eyes are blurred with tears."

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Highlighted Lewis Resource of the Week:

Companion To Narnia

by Paul F. Ford

This book first came out in 1980 and has been revised several times (2005 being the most recent). The format is primarily an alphabetical listing of names, places and themes, allowing you to browse to whatever interests you the most. As the subtitle says, it really is “A Complete Guide to the Magical World of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia.”

Q274 (Narnia)

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Which Narnia book is the following passage from and who said it: "I believe that was the sort of thing I was thinking of...But....I've an idea that all those circles and things are rather rot. I don't think he'd like them. It would look as if we thought we could make him do things. But really, we can only ask him."
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(Submit your answer in the comments section below.
Answer to yesterday's question also in comments;
both online only not in the email)

2011 C.S. Lewis Festival Weekend of October 21/22

Held in Petoskey, Michigan each year, they will be having Dr. Christopher Mitchell and Mrs. Marjorie Mead (from Marion Wade Center) as the feature speakers. The theme is on The Magician’s Nephew and the event is Friday, October 21^st and Saturday, October 22^nd.  

Q273 (Other Works)

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Between The Horse and His Boy and The Magician's Nephew was published what educational book by Lewis that was released on this day in what year?
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Opinion: Sequel? Prequel? Reboot? What now?

This interesting video commentary was posted last month at Narniaweb.com by glumPuddle. In just under 13 minutes he gives an informative “what ifs” about the Narnia films future.

R49 (Quotes)

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Complete the quote and name the source (4 words):
"All that is not eternal is ______ _______ ______ ______ ."
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BONUS Questions:

(Q89 – Narnia)

Which Narnia book did Lewis dedicated to (his eventual stepsons) David and Douglas Gresham?

(Q91 – Life)

Why did Lewis marry Joy Davidman twice?

Q272 (Narnia)

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Who does Aslan say the following to and which book does he say it in? "There is no other stream."
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Observations as Editor of C.S. Lewis’ Works
(Walter Hooper Video)

From  Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2007; this hour long video has Hooper reflecting on his time since Lewis died that he has spend being an editor of books related to C.S. Lewis.

R25 (Life)

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Although only one is portrayed in the movie Shadowlands, how many stepsons did Lewis have?
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BONUS Questions:

(Q84 – Narnia)

Which Narnia book is the following passage from: "...No dog I ever knew, least of all a talking dog of Narnia, likes to be called a 'good little doggie' then."

(Q79 – Quotes)

Complete the quote and name the source (3 words): "If nothing is self-evident, nothing  _____ _____ _____ ."

R15 (Narnia)

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Who was the first of the Pevensie children to visit Narnia?
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The Magician's Nephew Book Discussions

The C.S. Lewis Festival is having a theme book this year. It is "The Magician's Nephew." Follow the link for details on area groups hosting discussions.

Q271 (Quotes)

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Complete the quote and name the source (3 words):
"Woe to you if you ____ _____ _____ ."
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Highlighted Lewis Resource of the Week:

The C. S. Lewis Chronicles

by Colin Duriez

The subtitle to this book gives you a good description of what it is all about: “The Indispensable Biography of the Creator of Narnia Full of Little-Known Facts, Events and Miscellany.” The book is primarily arranged in chronological order with some useful sidebars containing additional information that relates to what is mentioned that could have been a footnote, but is more helpful within the main content.

Q270 (Narnia)

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What are the first words Aslan says to Jill in The Silver Chair?
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BONUS Questions:

(Q78 – Quotes)

Complete the quote and name the source (3 words): "There is wishful thinking in Hell as well  _____ _____ _____ ."

(Q88 – Non-fiction)

What is the title of Lewis' inaugural lecture from The Chair of Mediaeval and Renaissance Literature at Cambridge University?

R44 (Quotes)

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Complete the quote and name the source (4 words):
"There are only two kinds of people in the end: those who say to God, "Thy will be done", and those to whom God says, in the end, _______ _______ ______ ______ ."
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The CS Lewis Review

This site is maintained by Dr. Bruce Edwards with a goal of being “an online resource for reflection of C.S. Lewis and the tradition he exemplifies.” Dr. Edwards is a professor at Bowling Green State University in Ohio and has written several books on Lewis. He will be the main speaker at the C.S. Lewis Southwest Regional Retreat & Writers Workshop.

C.S. Lewis Southwest Regional Retreat & Writers Workshop

The following is an email I received from Nan Rinella - Conference Coordinator Southwest Regional Retreat & Writers Workshop. This retreat is at the end of October:


Here's the skinny…from the Lion's mouth...

We have lowered the tuition price by $50…
This is the best deal you'll ever find for a writers conference by a long shot & receive the finest quality of instruction, one-on-one with presenters, & networking & participating with a community of writers.

This conference—retreat & writers workshop—promises to be a rewarding & Spirit moving experience. Team Aslan is working industrially under the Good Lion's guidance.

The retreat is the perfect event to invite friends to who would like to know more about Lewis & his works but are concerned that these seminars are forums only for people of scholarly pursuits.

Please pass on that our Camp Allen gathering is not for scholars only…anyone who has been inspired by a Lewis quote or read a book or two or seen a Narnia movie and want to know more…

THIS IS THE RETREAT … Bruce Edwards presents Lewis from his new life beginning. Terry Glaspey & Andrew Lazo on CS Lewis 101.

New prices are on http://www.cslewis.org & http://www.campallen.org

Be advised that Camp Allen has evacuated today due to fire danger. Please pray for them.

Q269 (Life)

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What magazine was Lewis on the cover of on this date in the 1940s and what was the exact year?

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C.S. Lewis’s Writing Style and Advice

A brief article from Justin Taylor at The Gospel Coalition website that shares (as the title suggests) what advice Lewis gave on writing.

Q268 (Narnia)

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Which Narnia book has the most chapters in it?
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Answer to yesterday's question also in comments;
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BONUS Questions:

(Q77 – Quotes)

Complete the quote and name the source (3 words): "There is a kind of happiness and wonder that makes you serious.  It is too good to  _____ _____ _____ ."

(Q87 – Other Fiction)

What book that was part of a series did Lewis regard as his best book?

Q267 (Life)

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What was the name of Lewis' childhood home?
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REMINDER: 5^th Anniversary Day Retreat for Frederick, Maryland Lewis Society

If you live close enough to Maryland consider being a part of the 5^th anniversary event of the C.S. Lewis Society of Frederick, Maryland. Will Vaus, author of the recent Speaking of Jack: A C.S. Lewis Discussion Guide will speak and have a book signing. It starts at 11 a.m. and will include a Potluck Lunch. It’s being held in the Browning Building at Pinecliff Park.

R14 (Narnia)

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Who did the illustrations for The Chronicles of Narnia series?
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BONUS Questions:

(Q83 – Non-fiction)

What was the last article/essay Lewis wrote before his death?

(Q86 – Life)

Despite being very creative and having an amazing memory, Lewis had a lot of trouble with one aspect of writing. What was it?