In this work Lewis examines four varieties of love, as approached from the Greek language: , the most basic form; , the rarest and perhaps most insightful; , passionate love; and , the love of God, the greatest and least selfish. 'Throughout this compassionate and reasoned study, he encourages readers to open themselves to all forms of love—the key to understanding that brings us closer to God.' In , C. S. Lewis explores love to help you ·       Strengthen your interpersonal relationships ·       Understand the different between needed pleasures and appreciation pleasures and need-love and gift-love ·       Care for the people in your life, avoid pitfalls, and improve your relationship God holds a mirror to our current society and leaves no doubt that our modern understanding of love is heavily misunderstood.