A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph
by Sheldon Vanauken, C.S. Lewis
A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph by Sheldon Vanauken, C.S. Lewis holds a highly rated rating of 4.32 out of 5, based on 11.2K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 240 pages.
About A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph
A heart-rending love story described by its author as “the spiritual autobiography of a love rather than of the lovers” about the author’s marriage and search for faith. Vanauken chronicles the birth of a powerful pagan love borne out of the relationship he shares with his wife, Davy, and describes the growth of their relationship and the dreams that they share.A beloved, profoundly moving account of the author's marriage, the couple's search for faith and friendship with C. S. Lewis, and a spiritual strength that sustained Vanauken after his wife's untimely death. Replete with 18 letters from C.S. Lewis, A Severe Mercy addresses some of the universal questions that surround faith--the existence of God and the reasons behind tragedy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sheldon Vanauken, C.S. Lewis |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Christian, Biography & Memoir, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 4.32 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,207 |
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What genre is A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph?
A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Christian, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph worth reading?
Based on 11.2K reader ratings, A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph has an average score of 4.32 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph?
A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph has 240 pages.
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A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph was written by Sheldon Vanauken, C.S. Lewis. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph?
The ISBN-13 for A Severe Mercy: A Story of Faith, Tragedy and Triumph is 9780060688240.0.
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