This acclaimed story traces the idyllic marriage of Sheldon and Jean Vanuaken, their search for faith, their friendship with C.S. Lewis, and the tragedy of untimely death and love lost. It includes eighteen letters by C.S. Lewis.
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.
Sheldon Vanauken (1914-1996) was the author of Gateway to Heaven, The Glittering Illusion, and Under the Mercy, the sequel to A Severe Mercy.
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Reviewed by Mark (Savannah, Georgia), April 21, 2006
A Severe Mercy is a beautiful love story about Van and his wife Jean, known as Davy. The book describes their becoming Christians, and how their love becomes grounded in Christ - but not without pain and suffering. You will not be able to put down this deeply moving book.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Tracey (Vienna, VA), June 10, 2002
This is a wonderful book! I reread pages and whole chapters because the observations and prose were so powerful. A definite book to add to your christian collection.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Larry Blevins (Kennewick, WA), April 28, 2001
This book has been one of my two favorite books for about 10 years. I have to re-read it every few years and it inspires me each time. A great gift, no kidding.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Timothy D Brackett (House Springs, Mo.), September 12, 2000
This is one of only a few books to bring tears to my eyes. I LOVE THIS BOOK. Buy several copies and give them to your friends. You will enjoy reading this heart-rending story of Human & Christian love. C.S. Lewis would be proud. Sheldon Vanauken deserves high praise for penning such a work. Thanks Van and God Bless.
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