David C. Downing writes about C. S. Lewis, Christian literature and the intellectual background of the Inklings. Into the Wardrobe introduces The Chronicles of Narnia through Lewis's life, Christian imagination, literary sources and the structure of the seven books, making it accessible to readers who want more context without a heavily academic approach. The Most Reluctant Convert traces Lewis's movement from atheism to Christianity through autobiography, letters and philosophical influences. Downing has also written on Lewis's science-fiction trilogy and on related literary and theological subjects, as well as the novel Looking for the King, which brings figures from the Inklings into historical fiction. His work fits C. S. Lewis studies, Christian literary criticism and Inklings scholarship, particularly for readers moving from Lewis's own books into secondary commentary. Read more Less