C.S. Lewis

1898 - 1963

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Biography

C.S. Lewis, full name Clive Staples Lewis, was a British writer and scholar known for his works on Christian apologetics and fiction, especially in the fantasy genre. Born in 1898 in Belfast, Lewis served in World War I before pursuing a career in academia. He became a prominent member of the literary group the Inklings, along with J.R.R. Tolkien. Lewis is best known for his series 'The Chronicles of Narnia,' which has become a classic of children's literature and has been adapted into various films.