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5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless classic:5+
The Chronicles of Narnia is a marvelous set of seven fairy tales about a world other than our own where a lion named Aslan serves as the voice of wisdom, goodness and power. Many believe them to be tied to C. S. Lewis's Christian beliefs, which they surely would be as one writes about what one knows and believes at some level, whether intentional or not. However, it seems to me that the stories in the chronicles are as much about basic truth, goodness and the concept that there is a power bigger than each of us, whatever our religion or lack thereof. As regards religious belief(s), all religions in which God is the center share similar `truths' and differ, primarily, in the interpretation of how these truths are to be viewed and how they are to be applied to living. Well, enough of that.The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was the first written and it introduces us to four children: Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter. The four siblings have a most extraordinary adventure when they travel to another world called Narnia through a large wardrobe in a room in a large country estate outside London where they've been sent for safety during World War II. They meet some powerful characters, a host of talking animals, and become instrumental in the overthrow of the wicked White Witch who has caused a hundred years of winter in Narnia (but no Christmas). Eventually the children return home. Later they (or some of them, at least) return to Narnia for further adventures in the stories of Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and The Silver Chair. Other children experience Narnia as well in The Horse and His Boy and The Magician's Nephew, until the enchanted land comes to an end in The Last Battle.The essay at the end of the book about writing for children is enlightening. As Lewis states, however, don't expect to learn how to write for children by reading the essay. He says he's not conceited enough to think he could do that. Reading it will, however, give the reader better insight into Lewis's philosophy of writing in general, but, most particularly, for the young.There's ongoing controversy over the reading order of these remarkable stories which C.S. "Jack" Lewis began writing in 1949 and finished in 1956 (he died in 1963). My preference is to begin with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (I find it interesting that Hollywood started with this one and not the chronological first one, The Magician's Nephew. It gives me hope that they can do some things right). I, for one, would not want to know some things about Narnia at the beginning of the series. It makes me wonder how future generations will think the six (so far) Star Wars sagas should be viewed. Will there be controversy over whether or not the first in the series should be the prequel we have today in which we learn who, why and how Darth Vader became Darth Vader? I, again, would not want to know right away. Having seen the first one in the 70s, I appreciate that my questions about DV fermented for a time, to be answered later; but, will future generations agree?However you read The Chronicles of Narnia, just read them. It's a worthwhile expenditure of time and effort!Carolyn Rowe Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Much better than the movies! Excellent and Easy Read
I first became aware of The Chronicles of Narnia from the 3 movies (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader) that have been released. Then I came to know their well-known author CS Lewis and that the movies are based on his novels. And reading the original novels has then always been on my mind.In reality, The Chronicles of Narnia comprises of 7 books, of which only 3 have been released as movies. I read these in the chronological order that CS Lewis would have recommended his readers; The Magician’s Nephew, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, The Horse and His Boy, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The Silver Chair and The Last Battle. Throughout the books, there are biblical instances that I could identify such as the death and resurrection of Aslan, the Ape Shift as the false prophet, etc.I am glad that I follow this order as this evolves right from the first generation; Digory – the Pevensies’ uncle and Polly in the first book The Magician’s Nephew. As one can only enter Narnia as a child, after Digory and Polly had put on in years which made them no longer able to re-enter Narnia, then came along the second generation; Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy Pevensie. In the book Prince of Caspian, this is where Peter and Susan were able to last visit Narnia as they were growing up as young adults. The Pevensies’ cousin Eustace Scrubb made his first foray into Narnia in the book The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, accompanied by Edmund and Lucy. This book marks Edmund’s and Lucy’s last visit to Narnia as like Peter and Susan, they were growing up. The rest of the books describe the third generation; Eustace Scrubb and his school-mate Jill Pole. Reading the final book The Last Battle, the biblical book of Revelations come to my mind, the passing of Old Narnia and entering to new Narnia. And in this book, all the characters starting from Digory, Polly, Peter, Edmund, Lucy, Eustace, Jill and the Narnia characters Caspian, Lord Drinian, etc came alive in the new Narnia. Susan was not among them as she had chosen to forsake and renounce her belief in Narnia. There was an unexpected twist in that Aslan had told Digory, Polly, Peter, Edmund and Lucy before that they were no longer able to re-enter Narnia, but yet they did manage to re-enter Narnia. I will leave you to read to find out this twist that I am referring to.Reading these books make me feel like CS Lewis was narrating his novels to me, as often he would use a first person’s narrative. Eg phrases such as (at least, I’m sure I’m not), (By the way, I have never yet heard how these remote islands became attached to the crown of Narnia, if I ever do, and if the story is at all interesting, I may put it in some other book).Overall, I enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend everyone to read the actual novels.
5.0 out of 5 stars The outside is as beautiful as the inside
Beautiful! Everything from the cover art to the preservation of the illustrations and text within are perfect. A real keeper for the shelf of great books!
Great
Great combo...
Good
Nice book. It's good for adults. A bit on the heavy side as contains all volumes.
Perfect condition ❤️
Perfect Condition.
Maravillosa edicion
La edición de éste libro es genial. No solo usa las ilustraciones originales en una comoda presentación, sino que el ensayo al final del libro, la manera en que los siete volumenes han sido organizados en uno sin remover absolutamente nada del contenido y la excelente calidad de los materiales lo hacen una compra obligada para los fan de la serie que deseen dar una leida a éste clásico en su idioma original.
A classic for a reason. Highly recommended.
I've read this series nearly a dozen times over my life, starting when I was about ten and greatly enjoyed it.These days, it might not be as exciting as it used to be, especially for the younger generation, but I still highly recommend it for all.Highly enjoyable to read as an adult as well.
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless classic:5+
The Chronicles of Narnia is a marvelous set of seven fairy tales about a world other than our own where a lion named Aslan serves as the voice of wisdom, goodness and power. Many believe them to be tied to C. S. Lewis's Christian beliefs, which they surely would be as one writes about what one knows and believes at some level, whether intentional or not. However, it seems to me that the stories in the chronicles are as much about basic truth, goodness and the concept that there is a power bigger than each of us, whatever our religion or lack thereof. As regards religious belief(s), all religions in which God is the center share similar `truths' and differ, primarily, in the interpretation of how these truths are to be viewed and how they are to be applied to living. Well, enough of that.The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was the first written and it introduces us to four children: Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter. The four siblings have a most extraordinary adventure when they travel to another world called Narnia through a large wardrobe in a room in a large country estate outside London where they've been sent for safety during World War II. They meet some powerful characters, a host of talking animals, and become instrumental in the overthrow of the wicked White Witch who has caused a hundred years of winter in Narnia (but no Christmas). Eventually the children return home. Later they (or some of them, at least) return to Narnia for further adventures in the stories of Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and The Silver Chair. Other children experience Narnia as well in The Horse and His Boy and The Magician's Nephew, until the enchanted land comes to an end in The Last Battle.The essay at the end of the book about writing for children is enlightening. As Lewis states, however, don't expect to learn how to write for children by reading the essay. He says he's not conceited enough to think he could do that. Reading it will, however, give the reader better insight into Lewis's philosophy of writing in general, but, most particularly, for the young.There's ongoing controversy over the reading order of these remarkable stories which C.S. "Jack" Lewis began writing in 1949 and finished in 1956 (he died in 1963). My preference is to begin with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (I find it interesting that Hollywood started with this one and not the chronological first one, The Magician's Nephew. It gives me hope that they can do some things right). I, for one, would not want to know some things about Narnia at the beginning of the series. It makes me wonder how future generations will think the six (so far) Star Wars sagas should be viewed. Will there be controversy over whether or not the first in the series should be the prequel we have today in which we learn who, why and how Darth Vader became Darth Vader? I, again, would not want to know right away. Having seen the first one in the 70s, I appreciate that my questions about DV fermented for a time, to be answered later; but, will future generations agree?However you read The Chronicles of Narnia, just read them. It's a worthwhile expenditure of time and effort!Carolyn Rowe Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Much better than the movies! Excellent and Easy Read
I first became aware of The Chronicles of Narnia from the 3 movies (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader) that have been released. Then I came to know their well-known author CS Lewis and that the movies are based on his novels. And reading the original novels has then always been on my mind.In reality, The Chronicles of Narnia comprises of 7 books, of which only 3 have been released as movies. I read these in the chronological order that CS Lewis would have recommended his readers; The Magician’s Nephew, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, The Horse and His Boy, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The Silver Chair and The Last Battle. Throughout the books, there are biblical instances that I could identify such as the death and resurrection of Aslan, the Ape Shift as the false prophet, etc.I am glad that I follow this order as this evolves right from the first generation; Digory – the Pevensies’ uncle and Polly in the first book The Magician’s Nephew. As one can only enter Narnia as a child, after Digory and Polly had put on in years which made them no longer able to re-enter Narnia, then came along the second generation; Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy Pevensie. In the book Prince of Caspian, this is where Peter and Susan were able to last visit Narnia as they were growing up as young adults. The Pevensies’ cousin Eustace Scrubb made his first foray into Narnia in the book The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, accompanied by Edmund and Lucy. This book marks Edmund’s and Lucy’s last visit to Narnia as like Peter and Susan, they were growing up. The rest of the books describe the third generation; Eustace Scrubb and his school-mate Jill Pole. Reading the final book The Last Battle, the biblical book of Revelations come to my mind, the passing of Old Narnia and entering to new Narnia. And in this book, all the characters starting from Digory, Polly, Peter, Edmund, Lucy, Eustace, Jill and the Narnia characters Caspian, Lord Drinian, etc came alive in the new Narnia. Susan was not among them as she had chosen to forsake and renounce her belief in Narnia. There was an unexpected twist in that Aslan had told Digory, Polly, Peter, Edmund and Lucy before that they were no longer able to re-enter Narnia, but yet they did manage to re-enter Narnia. I will leave you to read to find out this twist that I am referring to.Reading these books make me feel like CS Lewis was narrating his novels to me, as often he would use a first person’s narrative. Eg phrases such as (at least, I’m sure I’m not), (By the way, I have never yet heard how these remote islands became attached to the crown of Narnia, if I ever do, and if the story is at all interesting, I may put it in some other book).Overall, I enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend everyone to read the actual novels.
5.0 out of 5 stars The outside is as beautiful as the inside
Beautiful! Everything from the cover art to the preservation of the illustrations and text within are perfect. A real keeper for the shelf of great books!
Great
Great combo...
Good
Nice book. It's good for adults. A bit on the heavy side as contains all volumes.
Perfect condition ❤️
Perfect Condition.
Maravillosa edicion
La edición de éste libro es genial. No solo usa las ilustraciones originales en una comoda presentación, sino que el ensayo al final del libro, la manera en que los siete volumenes han sido organizados en uno sin remover absolutamente nada del contenido y la excelente calidad de los materiales lo hacen una compra obligada para los fan de la serie que deseen dar una leida a éste clásico en su idioma original.
A classic for a reason. Highly recommended.
I've read this series nearly a dozen times over my life, starting when I was about ten and greatly enjoyed it.These days, it might not be as exciting as it used to be, especially for the younger generation, but I still highly recommend it for all.Highly enjoyable to read as an adult as well.
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