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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

By Clive Staples Lewis

Adjectives

magical adventurous daring timeless

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Classics

What is The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe about?

When Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy are sent to stay in the countryside, Lucy discovers a magical world through the back of an old wardrobe. In Narnia, it is always winter, and the White Witch rules with cruelty. Joined by talking animals, mythical creatures and the noble lion Aslan, the children must find courage, overcome betrayal and help free the land. Their extraordinary adventure becomes a battle between good and evil, with the fate of Narnia resting in their hands.

About the author

Clive Staples Lewis, often known as C. S. Lewis, was a British author who loved to write magical stories. He is most famous for creating The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of books where children have amazing adventures in a land filled with talking animals and brave heroes. His stories have inspired children all around the world.

Pages

171 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

1988

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