In case it’s not very well known, JRR Tolkein convinced Lewis to convert to Christianity during their time in the writer’s club the Inklings. They had several discussions about it.
That is a very relevant piece of information, when considering the legacy of both men.
I think this is true. It is also true that if you read ‘Surprised by Joy’ you would see that, looking back, Lewis really did see his whole life as being a road to that decision.
Mel
“Surprised by Joy” is Lewis’ spiritual autobiography. Certainly Tolkien had his influence, but Lewis was also profondly influenced by the writings of GK Chesterton, specifically, “The Everlasting Man”.