The Screwtape Letters – C. S. Lewis

“The Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis is a masterclass in theological fiction, presenting a unique perspective on morality, temptation, and spiritual warfare. The book consists of a series of letters written by Screwtape, a senior demon, to his nephew Wormwood, a junior tempter, detailing strategies to secure the damnation of an unnamed British man, referred to only as “the Patient.”

Lewis’s approach is ingeniously original. By flipping the narrative to the perspective of the tempters (demons), he offers readers a fresh, albeit dark, look at human frailty and divine grace. This inversion not only entertains but also enlightens, prompting introspection about personal moral choices.

The prose is witty, sharp, and profoundly insightful. Lewis uses irony and satire effectively, making even the most serious theological points accessible and engaging.