Terry Glaspey - Not a Tame Lion: The Life, Teachings, and Legacy of C.S. Lewis

There are many good biographies on the life and works of C. S. Lewis, but what makes Not a Tame Lion unique is its combination of multidisciplinary scholarship and popular style. Terry Glaspey is a fine writer, and this book is a simple, engaging, literary introduction to Lewis and why his romantic theology and practical spirituality endures.

MICHAEL J. CHRISTENSEN

Professor of Theology and Academic Dean, Northwind Seminary; author of C. S. Lewis on Scripture and contributor to the C. S. Lewis Bible

If youve ever been captivated by the brilliance of a C. S. Lewis quote, or if youve ever been confused by one, this book is for you. Not a Tame Lion masterfully introduces us to Lewis as a man, not just a character from history. Yet, in expertly unpacking Lewiss thoughts and his works, Terry Glaspey reveals the depth of Lewiss character. This book is for the C. S. Lewis junkieslike meas well as those who just want to know whats behind all the fuss about him. I am grateful for Glaspeys honest, insightful, and accessible invitation into Lewis and his writing.

JENNIFER ROTHSCHILD

Author of Lessons I Learned in the Dark, Me, Myself, and Lies, and God Is Just Not Fair

More than merely a biography, Not a Tame Lion accomplishes what other works do not. First, it provides a succinct overview of Lewiss life in over two dozen enjoyable snapshots. Then Glaspey uses his writing gift to achieve what few would even dare attempt. He wonderfully summarizes Lewiss key thoughts in thirty additional brief chapters. Those not familiar with Lewis will enjoy this presentation, and those already acquainted with him will find it a useful reminder about why he has had such a lasting legacy.

WILLIAM OFLAHERTY

Author of The Misquotable C. S. Lewis and C. S. Lewis Goes to Hell (a study guide to The Screwtape Letters)

As Glaspey admits, theres plenty of literature on Lewis and his faith, and while this doesnt break new ground, the uninitiated will be well served by Glaspeys straightforward account of Lewiss life and enlightening tour of his philosophy. This workmanlike primer on Lewis and his spiritual life gets the job done.

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This book is a revised edition of Terry Glaspey, Not a Tame Lion (Nashville: Cumberland House Publishing, 1996).

All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the New American Standard Bible, Copyright 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. www.Lockman.org

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Glaspey, Terry W., author.

Title: Not a tame lion : the life, teachings, and legacy of C.S. Lewis / Terry Glaspey.

Description: Chicago : Moody Publishers, [2022] | Includes bibliographical references. | Summary: Lewis was an extraordinarily gifted man who believed that his sharp mind and rich imagination should be accompanied by a sense of responsibility to the wider world. If he were alive today, hed see the trends he warned against. Lewiss life demonstrates the hope that endures, even in these shadowlands--Provided by publisher.

Identifiers: LCCN 2022021678 (print) | LCCN 2022021679 (ebook) | ISBN 9780802429131 (paperback) | ISBN 9780802476494 (ebook)

Subjects: LCSH: Lewis, C. S. (Clive Staples), 1898-1963--Religion. | Authors, English--20th century--Biography. | Anglicans--England--Biography. | BISAC: RELIGION / Christian Living / Inspirational | RELIGION / Christian Living / Devotional

Classification: LCC BX5199.L53 G53 2022 (print) | LCC BX5199.L53 (ebook) | DDC 230.092 [B]--dc23/eng/20220603

LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2022021678

LC ebook record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2022021679

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I first encountered C. S. Lewis at a particularly difficult time in my early Christian experience. The failings of the church left me questioning the reality of the faith I had embraced. I was struck by the dissonance between words and action. The church seemed to lay the greatest stress on issues hardly addressed by our Lord, and seemed to largely ignore His sometimes radically uncomfortable demands. My disillusionment was heightened by the general unwillingness of many of the Christians I knew to really deal with lifes most vexing questions. Instead of being challenged to engage my mind in pursuit of the truth, I was given poorly thought-out formulaic answers and told that to question these conclusions was a sign of spiritual immaturity. I was almost prepared to surrender my faith in disgust. Perhaps, I thought, I had been taken for a ride