I love this depiction of how Narnia was created as well as the back story of where the White Witch and the Wardrobe came from. ( )

There is something quite intriguing and calming about entering the fantasy world of Narnia. ( )

I've only seen the Chronicles of Narnia movies and am so excited to finally dive into the books!

The Magician's Nephew is a delightful prequel to The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, making for a quick and enjoyable read.

C.S. Lewis whisks readers away on a magical adventure to witness the creation of Narnia. The story is filled with adventure, imagination, and themes of good versus evil. ( )

Having been introduced to the Chronicles of Narnia first by reading the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, I found this to be quite interesting in the foundation being laid for the remainder of the series. ( )

Btw, I'm trying to (re?) read these in publication order, and doing so because the last won a Carnegie and we're discussing the C.s in the Children's Books group.

I think I read only a few, maybe only Silver Chair, when I was a kid. This one I remember... but I think from young adulthood when my kids were little. Honestly, the others have not been holding up so well. This, otoh, is fun, funny, exciting, beautiful, and has values I can agree with (despite the fact that I'm an atheist).

I love the character of the Cabby, but that's all I can say w/out spoilery.

I think it's interesting that domesticated animals are referred to as "slaves."

"... what you see and hear depends a great deal on where you're standing: it also depends on what sort of person you are." ( )