The Screwtape Letters

Summary

The Screwtape Letters is a satirical work of fiction by C.S. Lewis, first published in 1942. The book is a series of letters written by a senior demon named Screwtape to his nephew and protégé, a novice tempter named Wormwood. In these letters, Screwtape offers advice and guidance on how best to lead a human, referred to in the book as the 'Patient', away from God and into hell. The satirical format allows for an exploration of the complexities of human nature and religious questions. The book provides a deep analysis of Christian morality, temptation, sin, and repentance through a masterfully crafted mirror of inverted morality, where evil is portrayed as good, and temptation and vice are seen as goals to be achieved. The Screwtape Letters prompts readers to reflect on important aspects of faith, good and evil, encouraging them to view their lives from a different perspective.