AUTHOR OF “THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA” ~ C.S. LEWIS
LEWIS, C.S. [IN FULL: CLIVE STAPLES LEWIS]. 1898-1963. Irish-born scholar, novelist, and author of about 40 books, many of them on Christian apologetics; best known for his: The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of seven children’s books that have become classics of fantasy literature; friend and associate of J.R.R. Tolkien. Brief Typed Letter Signed, “C.S. Lewis”. One page, narrow octavo. “The Kilns, Kiln Lane, Headington Quarry, Oxford.” February 15, 1956. To: “[Mr.] “O. Dennis, Utica, NY”. With original stamped mailing envelope addressed in Lewis’ handwriting. Extremely fine condition. The theologian author writes: “Dear Mr. Dennis, Many thanks for your most kind and encouraging letter of the 7th. With all best wishes, your sincerely, C. S. Lewis”. His letters are uncommon, and this is a fine example to lay into one of his books or first editions.
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