The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia, #2)

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (The Chronicles of Narnia Publication Order #1)

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Four English schoolchildren find their way through the back of a wardrobe into the magic land of Narnia and assist its ruler, the golden lion Aslan, to triumph over the White Witch, who has cursed the land with eternal winter.

Paperback, 171 pages

Published January 1st 1980 by William Collins Sons & Co Ltd (Fontana Lions) (first published 1950)

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Apr 30, 2011 Keely rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, uk-and-ireland, reviewed

My greatest disappointment in 'The Screwtape Letters' was that Lewis was not able to demonstrate what made his good people good or his bad people bad. The most he said was that believers were suffused with a vague light that even shone in the cat. This book has the same flaw, though the cat is much bigger.

Aslan had no character, he was just a big, dull stand-in. Lewis often tells us how great he is, but never demonstrates what it is that makes him great or impressive. Sure, he helps the kids, bu...more

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Feb 11, 2013 Jonathan rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: personal-favourites, favourite-series, children-s-literature, childhood-book, fantasy, re-read, c-s-lewis

A Defence of C.S. Lewis...or a brief attempt at such

Some thoughts recently crossed my mind ~~no doubt on their way down-town to relax~~ in regards to arguments one could offer as a defence of the Christian side of this novel. The main arguments against this novel as a 'Christian allegory' that I have heard are: 1)Aslan is not a strong Christ-figure 2)That C.S. Lewis 'preaches' a black and white morality. So I'm going to roughly address them from my perspective and hope it encourages some discussion....more

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Oct 04, 2012 Shovelmonkey1 rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: inner-child, fantasy-fantastic, travel-books

The Role (bibli)call:

The big cuddly cat = Jesus. Strange that a lion should be chosen to represent the big man when Lions are notoriously aggressive, solitary carnivores who are more likely to eat any potential apostles than than teach or lead them.

The white witch = Satan or Eve the temptress depending on which side of the tree of knowledge you're most likely to be barking up. Famed for a monochrome wardrobe in the A/W line only. Like Alan Rickman in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, she has cancel...more

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Oct 06, 2012 Palice Pottle rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Recommended to Palice Pottle by: it's for class

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**SPOILERS**

You don't know how hard it was to sit and get started on this review. I already lost the first long one I wrote, and oh god, was it long. So just thinking of reviewing this again makes me really angry.

And you know what else makes me mad? I already wrote about most of what I mentioned in my lost review in an essay for class. So this is like writing all of that for the third time. Do you know how annoying that is?

Okay, let's quickly get into this.

I really liked the White Witch from t...more

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Aug 31, 2009 Manuel rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I loved this book.
It was first read to me in 4th grade. We would all come in from lunch and our teacher would read to us for about 30 minutes before we would start class.
I remember this book because it wasnt read to us by Mrs Graham, but instead it would be read by Mr Goodwin, her long-haired, bearded, Birkenstock wearing teacher's aid.
Over the next few weeks we were enthralled by this story, we couldnt wait for lunch period to be over so we could hear what was happening in this magic kingdom...more

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Apr 19, 2008 Aimee rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I just re-read this book and got so much more out of it than the first time. The symbolism & parallels to basic Christianity stuck out.
*turkish delight is our human nature, prone to addiction, selfishness and wrongdoing
*Peter said about Edmund, "We should go after him. After all he is our brother." Even though he had just betrayed them and was causing grief they didn't mistreat or disown him.
*The very mention of Aslan's name caused certain positive feelings to come over them all they didn'...more

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Jun 30, 2010 Erik Graff rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: no one

Recommended to Erik by: Skip and Flo

Shelves: literature

During my freshman year at Grinnell College we had resident advisors, a couple who lived downstairs in Loose Hall dorm who were there if we needed them. That never happened, but they were friendly and welcoming, their door usually open to visitors. My roommate, Richard Hyde, had some relationship with them and invited me to join him for a visit.

Skip and Flo were Christians! That was intriguing. I asked them about it and they gave me an answer which I only came to understand years later, after I'...more

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Nov 07, 2011 Kenny rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Nobody

Recommended to Kenny by: Waaaaay too many people

I am tempted to give this book a zero but the idea of going through the wardrobe to another land is fantastic. Everything else, however, is not fantastic, including:

The over-the-top Christian allegory.
The complete absence of dramatic tension - the characters are static and the conclusion is foregone. There is nothing to keep you reading, to challenge you, or to even vaguely interest you.
The writing is mediocre at best.
The dialogue is mediocre at best.

Awful book, it as if someone read Matthew thr...more

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Feb 12, 2013 Kat rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: adapated-to-screen, escapes-into-other-worlds, novels-you-shouldve-read, spur-kids-reading

Fantasy has over the years become one of my favourite genres - if it hasn't always been. Ever since that first encounter with C.S. Lewis.

I was young when my mother came home with the seven novels about Narnia. I was always an avid reader, wrote my first book at nine. I can't remember exactly what she told me of them, but I do remember my eyes. They were so large, I figure anyone who watched me might've thought they would jump out of their sockets. I read them as a homeless might gulp down food w...more

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Feb 13, 2008 Danielle rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: fiction

Okay, let me say first of all that I think C.S. Lewis is a brilliant man. That being said, this book made me feel like he could have given a little credit to the rest of us.
I wish I could review it based solely on the story, and not bother with the religious message, but unfortunately, it's impossible to read the story without getting a headache from the constant hammering that is "THE MESSAGE."
This story is a fun idea, fantasy-wise. I particularly love the ice queen and the Turkish Delight sce...more

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May 24, 2013 Uncommon Sellsword rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favourites, fantasy, contemporary-fantasy

Regardless of the anyone's critical opinion, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is one of the most memorable pieces of fantastic literature ever produced (completely disregarding the pop culture influence). Its simple premise, reticulated with a vast allegorically fantastical world remains an incredibly effective method of storytelling, as its themes and concepts still resonate today.

The premise of the story is relatively straightforward; four young children are moved to the countryside to av...more Regardless of the anyone's critical opinion, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is one of the most memorable pieces of fantastic literature ever produced (completely disregarding the pop culture influence). Its simple premise, reticulated with a vast allegorically fantastical world remains an incredibly effective method of storytelling, as its themes and concepts still resonate today.

The premise of the story is relatively straightforward; four young children are moved to the countryside to avoid a war torn London, and are arbitrarily (or so it may seem) entangled into the affairs of another world. However, this isn't just some escape for the young children. Ironically, in avoiding the conflict that afflicts their home, they become the key turning point in another, more elaborate struggle.

It progresses in a manner that leaves the reader wondering why they even bother assisting in this vast nearly improbable endeavour, but like any great story, it becomes so palpably apparent without resorting to brazenfaced exposition. His ideas are presented mysteriously, oftentimes are aspects of Narnia hinted or implied, even the grander aspects are enigmatic. They are influenced greatly by the Christian (and other mythological) allusions presented in the novel.

This struggle oftentimes showcases common Christian themes such as temptation, faith, betrayal and sacrifice; all of which are basically touted, but unequivocally pertinent to the story. They reveal both the strengths and weaknesses of the four children, their callowness and their ripening. These themes grasp the cast of side characters as well, who are as distinguished as they are intriguing. They are not defined but developed by these themes.

Mr. Tumnus, perhaps woven from the story's most infamous image, typifies the challenges of these themes, as do both Aslan and Edmund. Some brush it off as brash allegory, but I see it as a clever, and an even more accessible envisioning of topics which were otherwise bombastic in the hands of overzealous vicars. They were presented as choices, not duties and still preserved the Christian virtue that Lewis still closely follows.

So this novel isn't merely a simple piece of fantasy. As familiar themes and concepts are weaved, the story becomes ultimately original. And though C.S. Lewis is very much a religiously devout man, his allusions are presented more passionately than piously. He sprouts truth through fantasy, and at the same time creates an entertaining story.

Though the oddities of this quasi-fairytale novel are quite tame in comparison to Eddison or Carroll, I think The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe remains an effulgent presence in the genre. His tale of heroism, his contemporary style blended with a high fantasy splendour both succeeded in telling an entertaining story that didn't falter under heavy themes and concepts. It was both undone and unheard of at the time of its release.

Of course, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe holds heavy influence on contemporary works today especially considering the blend of Earth-dwellers placed in high fantastical situations. Thankfully the novel isn't worn with age. Its immensity and broadly-thematic tale remain as rich and accessible as any contemporary fantasy work today. It also remains a model for works of this ilk. Lewis transcends the whims and expectations of contemporary fantasy, and the banality of heroic fantasy.

This, more than any other book, holds sentimental value. It was my ingress to fantasy (even preceding The Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter). And the best part is that this novel is more important to me now than ever, as my keenness on fantasy rises so does my reverence for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The subtle aspects becomes clearer, as do the themes and the allegory. It is, irrevocably, an important piece of fantastic literature.(less)

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May 08, 2007 Katie Lambden rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

My mom read the entire Chronicles of Narnia as bedtime stories when I was about 8. Of course at the time I perceived none of the allegorical "depth," but did have Turkish Delight fantasies galore. After the movie release hoopla about CS Lewis last year, I decided to re-read at least one of the books. Often I come back to childhood favorites and they're like comfort food; I could read them again and again. However, I was not so taken with Narnia on my return visit. The storytelling is not that am...more

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Nov 28, 2009 Jess Michaelangelo rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: re-read, fiction, children-s-books, classics, series, favorites, fantasy, own

Every time I read this wonderful story, it's like catching up with an old friend. I've read this particular Narnia book so many different times, but it never ever gets old. I love the fact that I can pick up this (or any of the other Narnia books, for that matter) and step into a whole other world. I also particularly enjoyed the fact that I found that I could relate with each one of the children, although I must say that I was partial to Lucy! Additionally, I love the role Aslan plays in this b...more

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Apr 25, 2013 midnightfaerie rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: classics, childrens

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis is one of the books in his series, the Chronicles of Narnia in which Christianity is portrayed through various fantasy creatures. God, for instance is portrayed as a talking Lion. What a wonderful series! What child hasn’t climbed into a closet and explored the back cracks in hope of finding an entrance to a new and exciting world after reading this book? I used to sit in a closet with the door closed and a flashlight reading my favorite books aft...more The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis is one of the books in his series, the Chronicles of Narnia in which Christianity is portrayed through various fantasy creatures. God, for instance is portrayed as a talking Lion. What a wonderful series! What child hasn’t climbed into a closet and explored the back cracks in hope of finding an entrance to a new and exciting world after reading this book? I used to sit in a closet with the door closed and a flashlight reading my favorite books after reading this series, in hopes that someday a door would open and take me to another realm. Of course, the white witch is my favorite character. I’m always attracted to the bad ones. The Lion, Aslan, is a wonderful character as well, but I have to admit, knowing that he was an analogy for God, changed my view of the story a bit and left me a bit disappointed. He was a bit cheesy. Or maybe typical is a better word. Which is why I almost wish I wouldn’t have known the true meaning of the books until after I read them.

In any case, the stories were great, the first one being the best. (You always lose a little of the naiveté of the children as they get older) But the movies did them justice as well. Reading them again as an adult, found me a little bored, but still enchanted overall with the series. The next movie is due out soon and I can only hope they will continue to make the movies which were incredible. I highly recommend this series and consider it a classic as well.

Note: I've recently started these again with my 5 yr old and we are loving it. I get to see it again through a child's eyes. And this time I haven't told him anything about the analogy to Christianity, however I do point out certain lessons such as forgiveness. (When Aslan has his talk with Edmund) I want him to figure it out on his own. We had a popcorn movie night and watched the movie together curled up under a blanket a few days ago and as I sat there, I thought to myself, this is why I had children. To experience all my favorite things over again through a child's eyes. It was the best time.

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Apr 04, 2008 Werner rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Anyone (of any age) who loves fantasy, and/or serious Christian literature

Shelves: fantasy, childrens, classics

While I first read this book in the mid-70s, I read it again to my wife a couple of years ago (we both loved it then as much as I did the first time). Most people know that C. S. Lewis was an effective Christian nonfiction apologist, using the tools of reason and logic to build the philosophical case for Christian faith. But he ultimately became convinced that an even more effective apologetic is available through the "truth of art," the instinctive and emotional appeal that stories exert -- esp...more

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Feb 20, 2008 Abi rated it 1 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Smug Christians

Shelves: children-s-literature, 20th-century, ireland

I read this when I was little (I would guess about 7, 8 or 9), and I didn't pick up on all the Christianity references, despite them being SO overt. What I did feel was astonishment that the children all loved Aslan so much, when I thought he was massively sanctimonious and sickening as a character. I could not stand that lion. I didn't want the Snow Queen to win exactly, I didn't like her either... but at the same time I wanted someone to show the lion up, or force him to do something INTERESTI...more

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Jun 19, 2012 Dyuti rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: All fantasy lovers

Shelves: children, fantasy

What an amazingly delightful book! I regret not reading it earlier

** Before I begin, let me clarify that as I am not a Christian, I had no idea that this book was written by keeping the image of Jesus (as Aslan) in mind. I just came across this revelation on Goodreads, and it just added another layer to the story! The review below is written only by treating it as a fun-filled and action packed novel!

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I had seen the movie based on the book a couple of years ago, and had really loved it! On readi...more

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Feb 08, 2008 Michael rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Welcome to Narnia, where nobody has genitalia.

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Nov 09, 2011 Bobby Luke rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This is the first time I have read this book since waay back in elementary school, and although I haven't read many of the other books in the series, this book is definitely one of the best if not the best of the series. (I will let you know if I change my mind when I get through the rest of the series). It never loses pace, and C.S. Lewis's comical style is always fun to read. (Some of the side comments made me laugh out loud.) He successfully manages to blend humor, adventure, mystery, and exc...more

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Dec 20, 2009 K.D. Oliveros rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Jillian Joy

Recommended to K.D. by: 501

Shelves: 501, 1001-core, series, childrens, fantasy, religion

I really liked how C. S. Lewis made use of fantasy in delivering his message about Jesus in this children's book. The world of Narnia is fun by itself and I think that if you are a non-Christian kid, you can take it as it is, a fantasy book. But if you believe in Jesus, then the parallelism is obvious (the Lion rose from the dead!) and it can be springboard for you to discover or polish your faith.

For its novel idea, I am giving this book a 4-star rating but not a five-star because it is not as...more

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Jun 16, 2008 Eleven rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Anyone into fairy tales or a light read

Recommended to Eleven by: My big brother Jeremy, who I miss very much

Shelves: haveread-andyoushouldtoo, juvy, scifi-fantasy

If you don't know the plot of the Narnia books, I'd be surprised, but basically it follows (for the most part) the Pevensie siblings and their journeys into a land called Narnia, the classic fantasy alternate universe and biblical architype haven. The kids learn many lessons during their grand adventures, some of which are actually useful. Overall, they are endearing fairy tales...

(I am very, very angry that the site didn't allow me to review this book as the first in the series. The entire "pre...more If you don't know the plot of the Narnia books, I'd be surprised, but basically it follows (for the most part) the Pevensie siblings and their journeys into a land called Narnia, the classic fantasy alternate universe and biblical architype haven. The kids learn many lessons during their grand adventures, some of which are actually useful. Overall, they are endearing fairy tales...

(I am very, very angry that the site didn't allow me to review this book as the first in the series. The entire "preferred reading order" is absolutely ridiculous, and the publisher's reasons for changing the order posthumously are innane. I'd rather not write a whole essay about it - go ahead and look it up on Wikipedia if you're interested. As far as I'm concerned this is the first one. It is the one in which we along with the children are introduced to Narnia and every one published after it follows the story in a way a reader can relate with ans appreciate. Just so everyone knows I an reviewing the 1970 Collier Book edition of LWW.)

I just got done rereading this one - it's the first time I've picked it up in many years. It's a breeze to get through, which is sad because I remember being very proud of myself for getting through it in the fourth grade. But oh well.

I'd rather not do a total movie-to-book comparison, but... and don't crucify me... (haha)... the movie deals with this story better. It is more exciting, the characters evolve, everyone's reaction is more believable - and yet the original story is entirely intact. I love the story, don't get me wrong, but reading the written work again after watching to movie... it just seems like bare bones. I'd forgotten how sparse the writing is.

Another thing I had forgotten is just how metafictive (new word I think) the whole thing is. Lewis spends an awful lot of time referencing the fact that he is writing this book, which is slightly off-putting for modern readers. That would be forgiven, really, if he didn't use it to NOT describe so many things. I suppose if you are a very young child and he claims that something is so frightening he dares not describe it to you, it forces that child to use her imagination in order to fill in the blanks. Yet the successful descriptions of similar things in, say, a series as popular as the Harry Potter books makes one wonder if it wasn't just a cop out or cultural handicap. Yet there are rare places where this tecnique seems to work in his favor, such as places where he is describing a visual sort of magic. He will write "I suppose you have seen" something, and then elaborate that this is how it looked, somewhat. This will give most kids a really clear picture of what is happening, making this story easily read aloud to children as young as (I would say) five.

There are also very interesting parts where I find myself connecting to what's going on on a very different level, and it is because Lewis addressed the reader that one allows oneself to feel this way. The best example is the aftermath of the great battle, when everyone is heading to Cair Paravel to see the children crowned. Here the sea is described with such excitement it does seem as if you are coming to the palace yourself.

"The castle of Cair Paravel on its little hill towered up above them; before them were the sands, with rocks and little pools of salt water, and sea weed, and the smell of the sea, and long miles of bluish-green waves breaking forever and ever on the beach. And, oh, the cry of the sea-gulls! Have you heard it? Can you remember?"

This one line, innocently placed. "Can you remember?" There is not one moment in your mind what I should be remembering, or from what, because I was there. Can you remember, because Lewis is desperately trying to get the message across that we were all there, and we have all heard it and it will only take a quick jog of the memory to remember.

Now I am not Christian - in fact I am a Wiccan, and have always been distainful of Christians who do whatever they can to convert me. Lay off already. But that does not mean that I don't know a good story when I read one. Whether or not Lewis is talking about Jesus (and... yeah... I know he is) that feeling was a very good one. There are some things you just have to let go, you know? It isn't the worst thing in the world to have your kids know that you shouldn't sacrifice your family for Turkish Delight. Er. As it were. Just like it isn't the worst thing to have your kids put faith in themselves, science, and other human endevours, as Phillip Pullman is teaching via The Golden Compass etc. In fact, the less you stress out about what philosphies your kids are exposed to early in life the less angsty and rebellious they'll be later on.

But I digress. What is important to note is a note of sexism within this novel. (I did not notice any racism - at least not as blatent as the misogynism - but there have been cases brought up to that affect as well. Once again, Wiki it.) When Father Christmas brings the children their presents, he tells the girls to only use their weapons if they truly need to, and never in battle. When Lucy says she may be brave enough, Santa says "Battle is ugly when women fight." ...As opposed to how pretty it is when men go at it? Just an example. Later in the series it becomes more apparent that Lewis felt that there was a "place" for women. We do have to remember the time in which it was written and simply empower our girls by other means. I honestly don't think that this series will instill in children's minds the idea that boys are better than girls.

In short, read this because it's a classic, and a very good read-aloud. But really... watch the movie too. I think it does a fantastic job of sprucing up an old fairy tale. (less)

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Feb 12, 2008 John rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: borrowed-from-someone, reread

Much of this review was prompted by Malcolm's comment.

This book is perfectly reasonable fantasy, written very well for children. Quite a lot can and should be read into the symbolism, but children may gloss right over the symbolism depending on their experiences.

Of the series, this one probably gathers the most criticism for the religious symbolism, but so? Lewis doesn't hide the symbolism. The book in the series that really deserves criticism is "A Horse and His Boy", more for racial typing tha...more

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Jan 16, 2008 Taylor Dieck added it · review of another edition Recommends it for: everyone

When I first started reading this book I knew it was old. But because my sister told me there was a special meaning or plot i continued to read. I choose this for my book review because this book makes me smile and a ten year old to a 40 year old could still read. The pages are shorter but the meaning is still there. This book is about a Lion who is a king named Aslan, and four children names Lucy, Elithabeth, Edwin and Peter. Lucy the youngest, then Edward following Elithabeth and Peter. The st...more

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Jan 08, 2010 Dawn Michelle rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: ANYONE!!

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I LOVE LOVE LOVE these books. What a clear definition of good versus evil and how sometimes evil has to win for Good to ultimately win!!!!
I read them in the PROPER order (or the way C.S. Lewis released them before the publishing world screwed things up) and so these will be reviewed in that order. :)
I have been reading these since I was about 11 and I try and read them every year. They are truly great books and I love re-reading them and enjoying the adventure all over again!
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Nov 14, 2008 Ryan Mishap rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: young-adult-fantasy

I had fond memories of this from when I read it as a child, so when I spied my neighbour's complete collection, I thought I would give them a go. I didn't read much fantasy when young, save for Lord of the Rings and these, but I've been reading a hell of a lot after I turned thirty. So, I look upon this with an adult's eye and pronounce it garbage.
I missed all the religious connotations when younger, but they are more obvious now. The story is paltry, the writing is twee (borrowed that from a c...more

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Aug 24, 2008 David rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Of course it is an incredible book. While at BYU I was in the children's theatre production of LWW. The theatre department put on a forum where professors spoke about their various academic and religious insights to the book. The most interesting was a C.S. Lewis scholar who said that this book was not meant to be an allegory of the Christ-story, but a "suppose-itory." This book was not meant to replace the story of the atonement. Instead, it was a musing on Lewis' part as to how the atonement m...more

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Jun 18, 2007 Tessa rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: people who believe in magic

This book is enchanted really. With each page it get more and more magical.The author sweeps you into the world he has created so that your right alongside Lucy as she takes her first step into the wardrobe. And your with Susan as she rides on Aslans back and your with Edmond as he takes away the witches only power. This book is garenteed to have you looking into every wardrobe you come across. But, just remember, you only can go into that world when you least expect it.

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Sep 10, 2011 Mike (the Paladin) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: classics

The Pevensie children wander into a world where the truths of the universe are played out in the forms of Aslan and the White Witch. One of their number falls for a temptation that after he receives it, seems so very small for the price paid. Was it really the candy or something deeper?

This is a wonderful story whether you go to it for the deeper truths found here or just for the story itself.

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Jan 21, 2013 Nisha Patel rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a novel read for literacy in my year 5 placement. It is a great fantasy novel written by the well known author C.S Lewis.

The story is about four children that have been evacuated during World War II, sent to live in a big country house with a professor away from London. The youngest, Lucy, discovers a wardrobe that leads to a magical world called Narnia. Here she meets new friends such as Mr Tumnus and has a wonderful time. On her return she tells her sib...more

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Mar 01, 2013 Elizabeth Kamarade rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Friends who want to learn a new perspective about God.

"The Lion, The Witch, and Wardrobe" is the second book of the series Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis. This story is not just some fantasy story. There is a teaching behind it: The Wonders of the Lord. As a christian I feel that this novel is talking to me in some way. It is telling the story of God/Jesus in a way young kids can not only have fun reading it but learn something from the story.
The story is about a newly discovered land that is under the reign of an evil witch. Four kids, two bo...more

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CLIVE STAPLES LEWIS (1898–1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most influential writers of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English Literature at Oxford University until 1954, when he was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance Literature at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. He wrote more th...more

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The Chronicles of Narnia (Chronicles of Narnia #1-7)

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (Chronicles of Narnia, #3)

The Magician's Nephew (Chronicles of Narnia, #1)

Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia (Chronicles of Narnia, #2)

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“I wrote this story for you, but when I began it I had not realized that girls grow quicker than books. As a result you are already too old for fairy tales, and by the time it is printed and bound you will be older still. But some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again. You can then take it down from some upper shelf, dust it, and tell me what you think of it. I shall probably be too deaf to hear, and too old to understand a word you say, but I shall still be your affectionate Godfather, C. S. Lewis.” — 414 people liked it

“I hope no one who reads this book has been quite as miserable as Susan and Lucy were that night; but if you have been - if you've been up all night and cried till you have no more tears left in you - you will know that there comes in the end a sort of quietness. You feel as if nothing is ever going to happen again.” — 413 people liked it

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