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Title: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: A Graphic Novel by Robin Lawrie, C. S. Lewis ISBN: 0-06-443399-4 Publisher: HarperTrophy Pub. Date: 01 May, 1995 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $11.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 (319 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Classic that started it all
Comment: The classic that started the Narnia ball rolling, "Wardrobe" is a rather simple story about four children (Lucy, Edmund, Peter and Susan) who find their way into a world where animals speak and mythical creatures are real. Once there, they help overthrow an evil witch who brought an eternal winter upon the world. Oh, and they meet a lion.
Lewis' writing here is geared strongly towards young children. He seems to delight in breaking the barrier between narrator and reader, telling the story as a storyteller would a gathering of kids. The style is effective in that it FEELS like a children's book, and in a good way; it's a great pleasure to read this out loud. While there are moments, however rare, when you almost feel talked down to reading as an adult, by and large Lewis succeeds in crafting a story that reads like a timeless fairy tale suitable for any reader who likes adventure, of any age. This also means "Wardrobe" may be the book in this series toughest to read for adults, if only because it has the most overly childlike-nature of the seven Narnia books.
The plot itself is simple, with few (if any) complexities and a fast resolution. The entire thing can easily be read in one lazy afternoon.
And then there is Aslan, the lion named in the title. This beast is at the center of the entire series, even moreso than the children who find themselves entering Narnia. What stands out as an adult (but is easily missed as a child) is the strong, overt Christian allegory. It is here in spades, right down to a faux crucifixion.
For many readers tuned into today's sensitivity to religion, or even offended by overt displays of religion, "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" will simply be too heavy-handed in its religious allegory for adult readers. Not simply because of the Christian-influenced themes, but because Lewis simply beats you over the head with it. Every mention of Aslan and every scene with the lion gushes with an almost ferocious (and often uncomfortable) feeling that screams to the reader, "Rejoice!"
But to suggest that this detracts from the fun and wonder of the tale would be unfair. It DOESN'T. Only those sensitive to religion and the fervently anti-religious will have a problem with these aspects of the story. Others will just enjoy the ride.
As a children's tale "Wardrobe" is a fun romp through a mythic land, just the kind of wish fulfillment fantasy-loving children enjoy. And for that, I admire this book. Kids will love it - and so will adults. It's not the best of the Narnia works by any means, but it IS the first that should be read because it's the one that started it all. And as a classic of the genre this should be read by all, no matter one's religious beliefs.
Rating: 4
Summary: The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe a reveiw by Irene
Comment: Have you ever imagined being sent away to someone's house, that has a secret that no one knows but you? The house in The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe had a secret , which only Peter, Susan,Edmund, and Lucy knows. Once they went through the wardrobe in the house,their adventures would begin in the land called Narnia, and their lives will change.
I love this book, because it tells about Lucy trying to save her friend Tumnus. It tells about the wonderful adventures she had with her friends, Peter, Susan, and Edmund and the great dangers they faced in Narnia. I also liked the little rhymes that describes Aslan, the great lion.
I wish that this book would be longer and the adventures of Narnia would countinue in this book.
I recommend this book for people who like adventure stories, because this book is filled with adventures.
My favorite part is when the dwarf made Edmond a prisoner and used a whip to threaten him to go faster. If the White Witch ( a terrible witch) that calls herself queen of Narnia wants Edmond to go faster, the dwarf whips him until he goes faster.
My other favorite part is when Edmond got tricked into bringing Peter, Susan and Lucy to her because she wants to turn Edmond and his friends into stone. They are smart and she doesn't want them to break the White Witch's spell. The spell is a spell that will keep Narnia always in a winter season.
On the map, I think it is a little confusing because it doesn't show the place where Peter, Susan, Edmond, and Lucy came through the Wardrobe to Narnia, but the story is exciting.
Rating: 5
Summary: I want to go to Narnia
Comment: How can you not adore this? You know how food can be labeled "comfort food" - well this is the type of story that's a "comfort story". I felt so protected, secure and safe while reading this. It takes me back to a time in my life when I reguarly daydream adventures like those in Narnia. I think it reminds us of imagination, and freedom, and child-like wonder. Such a beautiful, wonderful story. Allow it to take you away and suspend your disbelief - you won't be sorry.
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Title: The Magician's Nephew (rack) by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes ISBN: 0064471101 Publisher: HarperCollins Pub. Date: 05 March, 2002 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: The Horse and His Boy by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes ISBN: 0064471063 Publisher: HarperCollins Pub. Date: 08 July, 1994 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: Prince Caspian (rack) : The Return to Narnia by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes ISBN: 0064471055 Publisher: HarperCollins Pub. Date: 08 July, 1994 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes ISBN: 0064471098 Publisher: HarperCollins Pub. Date: 08 July, 1994 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (rack) by C. S. Lewis, Pauline Baynes ISBN: 0064471071 Publisher: HarperCollins Pub. Date: 08 July, 1994 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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