Book Review: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
I just finished the 2nd book in C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia series, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Perhaps you have seen the Disney film, which was ok, but the book is much better. This is the first Narnia story that C.S. Lewis wrote for the series, but the 2nd in story-line order, and it’s my favorite.
It tells the story of 4 children, Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy, who would venture into a magical wardrobe, and discover the magical land of Narnia. There, they would meet the White Witch and Aslan, the Lion. It’s a children’s story, but as with most all of Lewis’ works, there are much deeper overtones to discover.
Aslan makes the supreme sacrifice for the 4 children, who would later become the 2 Kings and 2 Queens of Narnia. And it is no mistake that they are called Sons of Adam and Daughters of Eve. The Jesus allegory is poignant and dramatic. As a Christ follower, it makes the story even that much more special. Aslan’s sacrifice and “resurrection” is the perfect way to introduce the characteristics of love, loyalty, and sacrifice to a younger reader.
I recommend The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to readers young, and old, alike.
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