The article presents the author's comments on British writer C.S. Lewis' book "The Problem of Pain," in which he discusses the problem of evil. According to the author, Lewis' work is thoughtful and he handles the origins of religion, the problem of evil in various forms, free will and soul making. The author says that in the book, Lewis discusses the nature of pain in depth, grapples with the problem of animal suffering, and theologizes about heaven and hell.