The Magical Worlds of Narnia: A Treasury of Myths and Legends

After revealing the inspirations behind Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings, David Colbert takes a tour of C.S. Lewis’s Narnia-from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to The Last Battle-in this indispensable guide to the origins of the classic book.

Why a wardrobe? Why does Aslan lie on a stone table? What did Lewis mean by “Shadowlands”? Who and what inspired the White Witch? How did The Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien influence Narnia? What if you found another world, filled with magical creatures like centaurs, witches, and a talking lion, and the door to it was in your own house? So begins C.S. Lewis’s classic book, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, which, along with its six sequels, has delighted readers for generations. Now The Magical Worlds of Narnia explores the myths, legends, and history behind Lewis’s beloved Narnia series. Discover the medieval lore and ancient myths that inspired Lewis, and trace Narnia’s origins to the Bible, the tales of King Arthur, and various corners of history. This is a passport to the undiscovered corners of Narnia and the essential guide to one of the most wondrous adventures of all time.