• The Four Loves

  • By: C. S. Lewis
  • Narrated by: C. S. Lewis
  • Length: 2 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,643 ratings)

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The Four Loves

By: C. S. Lewis
Narrated by: C. S. Lewis
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Publisher's summary

A remarkable audio edition of C.S. Lewis' beloved classic - the only existing recording of Lewis reading his own work.

C.S. Lewis - the great British writer, scholar, theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classics - explores the essence of love and how it works in our daily lives in one of his most famous works of nonfiction based on his series of radio talks from 1958.

With penetrating logic and charming wit, Lewis explores the four aspects of love: affection, the most basic form; friendship, the rarest and perhaps most insightful; Eros, passionate love; and charity, the greatest and least selfish.

Lewis exposes the pitfalls in our loves, leading us to the agape love that God has for humankind and the type of love we must develop to nurture our relationships. Throughout this compassionate and methodical study, he encourages readers to open themselves to all forms of love - the key to understanding that brings us closer to God.

  • Features vintage BBC narration by C.S. Lewis
  • New introduction and commentary by Charles Colson
  • Discussion questions available in the audiobook companion PDF download

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©1960 C. S. Lewis (P)1970, 1982, 1994, 2004 The Episcopal Media Center

Critic reviews

"The chapter on charity (love of God) may be the best thing Lewis ever wrote about Christianity." (Amazon.com)

Featured Article: 95+ C.S. Lewis Quotes About Love, Life, Faith, Bravery, and Friendship


Born in Belfast, Ireland, in 1898, C.S. Lewis is perhaps one of the most esteemed and beloved authors of all time. His acclaimed classics range from The Chronicles of Narnia fantasy series to the theologically-specific Mere Christianity. As one of the world’s most respected authors, Lewis’s words of wisdom continue to inspire countless readers and listeners. Here are our favorite quotes from C.S. Lewis about friendship, love, life, and faith.

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Insightful Views on Love

It is a great treat to hear Lewis' voice. But be aware that this is not the exact same material as his book that bears the same title. Rather it is from a series of radio broadcasts prior to the publication of the book.
The material is still very insightful, even though the book itself contain additional material.

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Amazing book

I would recommend this book to anyone that is wanting to see what true love is from God himself. We need to take the Christian viewpoint. Jesus sacrificed everything for us, we should be willing to do the same. Overall great book. I really like that it was narrated by Luis himself.

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Amazing book… a must read for all.

Lots to learn here and unpack. Will definitely listen to again if not multiple times.

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Love

What did you love best about The Four Loves?

The types of love defined presented so thoroughly but simply.

Who was your favorite character and why?

C.S. Lewis, of course.

What does C.S. Lewis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

That rich baritone voice!

What’s an idea from the book that you will remember?

When he ends with what this all means- the essence of all love, God in his omnipotence.

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A great listen

Possibly my favourite work by Lewis. I didn't miss the extra content in the book and hearing it spoken in Lewis' own voice was a pleasure though, as some have noted, you have to embrace the fact that he speaks like an English scholar not a professional actor or everyman.

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Amazing insights

Amazing insights to all the loves. Chapter 4 on agape love is terrifically done. Life changing book.

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Listen again, and again, and again. 🙂

This is one of those titles you find more from listening over and over again.

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epic

loved it relistened many times. get more every time. Chuck Colsen facilities with his great style

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True love explained

C.S. Lewis does a masterful job of explaining the role of all 4 kinds of love, within their bounds, and how they can remain true only when subject to the Ultimate Being of Love. My personally favorite moment: when Lewis describes how God, in need of nothing and only because He IS Love, decided to breathe us into existence, knowing even then that the crucifixion would be necessary. Well worth a read, and a special treat to hear the only existing recording of C.S. Lewis' voice adds a special touch.

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Nothing like hearing an author's voice

I love being able to hear an authors interpretation of his work. It brings to life the body of work. With CS Louis being such a great literary artist I felt like I was able to go back through time and sit in on one of his important lectures as a student.

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