A Grief Observed

Our words are our own medicine. Not many 20th Century men dared to unpack the profound sorrow of a late Spring of Love cut short by looming mortality. There was no fault in the stars for C.S. Lewis, but the weight of the Firmament unleashes daily landslides of misery which he details obsessively. But the man is too self-aware to wallow without purpose. He ends up falling forward into Dante, surprised to find Paradiso, not Purgatario. Then there's the sparkling dream/vision/revelation where his Joy reveals herself beyond a name or naming.What could have been merely a fierce reckoning with loss, doubt and despair transfigures into... I don't know what. But with incredible economy of language, Lewis leads you to observe a visitation best described as 'miracle'. One that occurs in a resurrected heart, not some far off nether world where we simply sift through shifting shadows.There's a whole lot packed into 4 sparse chapters, and you'll be highlighting gems on every page...Bram Floria

I’ve enjoyed many books by CS Lewis in the past. This writing was far different that his others. A Grief Observed was a deep intense personal perspective on the loss he suffered in the death of his wife. He described fear, pain, and his questions in his mind.

Short but sweet and reflective. I’ve only ever read The Chronicles of Narnia from C.S. Lewis, so it was interesting to read a piece of nonfiction.

I gained some insight into the journey of grief and find that CS Lewis’ thoughts are some of what I’ve had. It was helpful to see his process of trying to understand how grief impacts our lives.

C.S. Lewis at his best. Must like this writer to appreciate the book.

My daughter is a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellow and this is her go to book to share when hoping anyone cope with grief. She has recently given it to families whose children she has treated who have passed away. I have read the book, and it is a great book when trying to cope with the passing of a loved one. C.S. Lewis wrote the book when he was dealing with the passing of his wife. Highly recommend

The book itself arrived in good shape, it took a little over a month for it to arrive. That is ridiculous! It was going to be a condolence gift for a friend relatives, funeral, but now it’s too late for that.

I had dropped 75lbs in 3 months after my dad passed away. This book saved my life.