I find this book a difficult one to review. Because of my respect for CS Lewis and his other writings I would like to rave about this one as well, but truthfully I found this book to be a challenge. I was hoping it would give a greater insight into Lewis’ life and conversion from atheism to Christianity, but often it went at great length into rather unimportant events and English literature, sadly most of which I didn’t recognize. Events like his father’s death and service in WWI were glossed over. I was also hoping for more “solid reasons” for why he converted but instead more references to books unknown to me. Read this book if you are a Lewis enthusiast, otherwise there are plenty of other CS Lewis books I would rather recommend.

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Under the Overpass is the story of two college-age guys who decide to put their faith to the test and live as homeless people on the streets. Though Mike’s accounts of street life are rather tame, compared to the build-up they’re given, he gives a unique perspective on the problem of homelessness. It also made me think of my attitude toward those I see on the street. This book is a fun, interesting read.

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“Tramp for the Lord continues Corrie ten Boom’s extraordinary journey of hope following the events recounted in her bestseller The Hiding Place. From her near-destitute days in postwar New York to heart-stopping adventures in Africa, Corrie’s inspirational life story proves that miracles do happen.”

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Though I categorize this book as a “love story,” I am reluctant to do so for fear of turning men, and some women, off of this powerful story of faith, intellect, and, yes, love. The book follows the true story of the poignant bond between the author and his wife, Davy, and how he must come to grips with her death. Vanauken writes of his personal spiritual battles, his longing for his dead wife and his friendship with another famous widower, CS Lewis, with a candor that kept me riveted

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