Gibson's scholarly but highly readable study, written for those who
already enjoy Lewis's fiction, will enhance understanding and
appreciation both of the stories themselves and of their literary and
theological aspects. He examines Lewis's masterful story-telling
techniques and conversational style, anyalyzes plot structure and point
of view, and traces the development of main characters through the
action and narrative. He also defines and discusses the important themes
in Lewis's work -- the nature of divinity, the nature of evil, and the
virtuous life. Throughout his study, Gibson sees Lewis as both poet and
logician -- a poet for his ability to portray the delightful landscapes
of his stories, and a logician for his carefully structured
story-telling technique. He is, as Gibson clearly shows, a first-rate
craftsman -- indeed, a spinner of tales.