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The Chronicles of Narnia (novels)

256 Ratings: 3.9
C.S. Lewis' Christian fantasy series for children comprising of seven novels published between 1950 and 1956.

The Chronicles of Narnia were written by Lewis between 1949 and 1954 but were written in neither the order they were originally published nor in the chronological order in which they are currently presented. The original illustrator was Pauline Baynes … see full wiki

Author: Clive Staples Lewis
Genre: Christian Fantasy, Epic Adventure, Fantasy, Young Adult Fiction
Publisher: HarperCollins
Date Published: 1950-1956
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review by . October 06, 2008
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To maintain the integrity of this rating system, Amazon would need to create a category above the best. I'm glad that Hollywood (Disney no less!) made the Narnia movies, because it gave me the incentive to read what I had dismissed as a series of books written for children.    No more. The picture Lewis weaves of God, of Creation, of Jesus Christ, of sinful man and nature, of redeemed man and nature, of deep things of the soul, heart, and mind, may be the most brilliant jewel …
review by . July 27, 2010
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   I read the Chronicles of Narnia as a child, I also watched the pbs english version of the books. * Not recommended*. But as the story progressed I fell in love with imagination.      The world that is created in these books is a romantic, dangerous and victorious world. I never and still don't want to visit but I find that the magical world of Narnia is an amazing escape.   As I re-read these with my children I remembered:   1. Anything is …
review by . July 14, 2010
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This series as a whole is very engaging and a fun, easy read. For me some of the books are a little slow while others were real easy to read quickly but all in all there is at least one or two books that will suit anyone's fancy. As a Christian I found the religious ties to the story to make the books even more intriguing.         I definitely recommend the series to anyone child or adult that wants to get away for awhile or for people that want to read books with …
Quick Tip by . November 05, 2010
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I didn't even notice there was a subtext when I first read these. Maybe that's the best kind of subtext.
Quick Tip by . September 02, 2010
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an excellent series, entertaining, and innovative! the last book just got a little bit to religious for my personal taste (not that its a bad thing) but it brought closure to the story.
Quick Tip by . August 11, 2010
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the books where awsome all except for the last one (i can't remember the name of it) but the movies however where not so great i hope they dont continue to make them.
Quick Tip by . August 08, 2010
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Enchanting. Don't come into it looking for the Christian angle, but do expect some well-thought out visual adaptations of your favorite characters.
Quick Tip by . July 17, 2010
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I can't say enough good about this series. Lewis is simply incredible!
Quick Tip by . July 15, 2010
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C.S. Lewis made an allusion with Christ and his unconditional love. I like how he used the characters, showing the power of lion, the astuteness of the witch and the inconstancy of the children.
Quick Tip by . July 14, 2010
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A fabulous series, even if it does try promoting religious beliefs
Quick Tip by . July 10, 2010
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as a whole i like about 70 percent of the books. the magicians nephew, to me, is one of the most boring things ive ever laid eyes upon. a total snooze fest if you will. but the boy and his horse, and others in the series are very exciting and interesting, re reading these actually.
Quick Tip by . July 09, 2010
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Fun fantasy. I was so excited about these adventures. I would play them out in real life.. that was quite a while ago.
Quick Tip by . July 03, 2010
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I recall a movie based on this series. Very good, both the series and the movies.
Quick Tip by . July 02, 2010
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Loved these books. Didn't see the parallels with religion until I grew up. Great stories of adventure.
Quick Tip by . July 01, 2010
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C.S Lewis let his religion show a little in these books but they were wonderful none the less. I can't count how many times I open a dresser in hopes that I would find a magically world. Sigh, childhood imagination is a crazy thing.
Quick Tip by . June 26, 2010
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Great imaginative story. Go for it.
Quick Tip by . June 25, 2010
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A wonderful series for children of all ages. Highly recommended! It deserves its great reputation.
Quick Tip by . June 25, 2010
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I love this series. C. S. Lewis is great, and his stories are awesome.
Quick Tip by . June 24, 2010
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All of these books are worth reading.
Quick Tip by . June 22, 2010
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Such a powerful imaginative world. I read these as a young adult and Lewis transported me back into the fascination that imaginary universes held for me as a child. If you enjoy these, I highly recommend Lewis' "Space Trilogy".
Quick Tip by . June 21, 2010
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very good series. love them all!
Quick Tip by . June 16, 2010
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surely it's not only nostalgia that cultivates my fondness for this series, but it's a massive part of it! these books helped craft my imagination's landscape. the later books become a touch heavy-handed at times but they're simply divine (this, coming from a militant atheist!).
Quick Tip by . June 15, 2010
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good
Quick Tip by . June 05, 2010
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C.S. Lewis' superb fantasy series which has its origins in the very roots of mythical tradition. The books serve as exciting adventure stories, but also important morality tales. A little bit dated as an allegorical Christian work since its ideas are very old-fashioned, colonial, and often Eurocentric, yet the books are still an important work in the genre and timeless.
Quick Tip by . May 28, 2010
Beautiful
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