This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. When on 16 october 1950 geoffrey bles in london published the first edition. First collier books edition, mass market paperback, 186 pages. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe by lewis abebooks.
Lewis, with pictures adapted from illustration by pauline baynes. With pictures adapted from illustrations by pauline. The lion the witch and the wardrobe book depository. Lewis is put into a relatable human story where the main characters must choose to stand against an evil queen. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia ser. Published by collier bookspublished by macmillan publishing company, inc. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia, book 1 c.
The lion, the witch and the wardrobe 1970 edition open library. After the last book was released, lewis was asked about the best order for reading the books. I believe the pictures are the same as the normal formatted books so dont expect a lot of extra illustrations but my daughter has not minded the lack of pictures and has really engaged in the story. Lesson plans for the lion, the witch, and the wardrobe, the screwtape letters and other titles by c. The land of narnia is under the spell of the wicked. Lewiss classic fantasy series, which has been captivating readers of all ages for over sixty years. This edition features blackandwhite illustrations by the original illustrator, pauline baynes, and eight pages of stills from the epic motion picture. Due to labor union laws the type had to be reset so lewis took the opportunity to make a few changes to the american edition. In this land, called narnia, one of them, edmund, betrays his siblings to the wicked white witch. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe 3 was the sort of house that you never seem to come to the end of, and it was full of unexpected places. Lewis an excellent site with links to a variety of sources of information about lewis, his life, and his works. The lion, the witch, and the wardrobe 9780020442202 by lewis, c. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe is the second book in c. Although it was originally the first of the chronicles of narnia, it is volume two in recent.
The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia, book 2 by c. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe 1970 edition open. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of. With pictures adapted from illustrations by illustrator. Four english children peter, susan, edmund, and lucy accidently discover a magic land that lies beyond and through an ordinary wardrobe. The chronicles of narnia book cs lewis vintage 1970 1st collier edition. The lion the witch and the wardrobe by c s lewis, first. The series is set in the fictional realm of narnia, a fantasy world of magic, mythical beasts, and talking animals. Published in 1950, this was the then first book of the narnia series. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe is now repackaged in a unjacketed paperoverboard edition with blackandwhite pauline baynes artwork in the interior and the iconic chris van allsburg art on the cover. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe is a fantasy novel for children, by c.
Lewiss amazing land of narnia was brought to the big screen in the major motion picture the chronicles of narnia. Dont miss one of americas top 100 mostloved novels, selected by pbss the great american read a fullcolor paperback edition of the lion, the witch and the wardrobe, book two in the classic fantasy series the chronicles of narnia. This book was published first, and lewis was not at all certain he would write anymore. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe is a 2005 fantasy film cowritten and directed by andrew adamson, based on the lion, the witch and the wardrobe, the first published and second chronological novel in c. It is the first published and best known of seven novels in. Now even the youngest child can share in the magic in this fullcolor journey through the lion, the witch and the wardrobe. Paperback published in 2005, mass market paperback published in 1970, 00647 mass market pape. The chronicles of narnia is a series of fantasy novels by british author c.
Lion, the witch and the wardrobe, the book 1 in the chronicles of. This edition is complete with fullcolor cover and interior art by the original illustrator, pauline baynes. Four children are evacuated from london during the blitz. Lewiss the chronicles of narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over fifty years. It can be a risk to reread books that you loved as a child or a teen. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe picture book edition lion, the witch and the wardrobe. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia, book 1.
Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Written by lewis, illustrated by pauline baynes, and originally published in london between 1950 and 1956, the chronicles of narnia has been adapted for radio, television, the stage, and film. B000kx6mjk the lion, the witch and the wardrobe the. A real nice clean 226 page first edition 2005 softcover.
Lewis, 1970, collier books edition, mass market paperback in english first collier books edition 56. Among all the authors books, it is also the most widely held in libraries. The chronicles of narnia by cs lewis first american editions. This is a standalone read, but if you would like to journey back to narnia, pick up the horse and his boy, the third book in the chronicles of narnia.
This book is packed with fun facts and exciting adventures with the heroes, villains and creatures of narnia. Browse the complete listing of the chronicles of narnia books, narnia ebooks, and narnia box sets by c. They are not actual photos of the physical item for sale and should not be relied upon as a basis for edition or condition. Of narnia choose one book vintage, c s lewis silver chair, lion witch and the wardrobe. Lewis wrote the narnia books over a period of four to five years, starting with the lion the witch and the wardrobe. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe is a fantasy novel for children by c. First collier books edition, 1970 the horse and his boy paperback by c. This collectors edition is complete with fullcolor cover and interior art by the original illustrator, pauline baynes.
Lewis 1970, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. First collier books edition, 1970 the horse and his boy. Editions had shown this as the first book in this classic and delightful childrens series. The lion the witch and the wardrobe by lewis, first edition. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe, first published in 1950, has been enchanting the hearts and. I started reading these to my 4 year old at bedtime and i love the format as it lets her get close and look at the pages. Soon, all of the children become embroiled in an adventure that includes themes of betrayal, forgiveness, death, and rebirth. C s lewis lion witch wardrobe chronicles of narnia paperback book first edition printing 1970. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe movie tiein edition the chronicles of. First published in 1950 by geoffrey bles in the uk, the lion, the witch, a nd the wardrobe is the first published and best known of the c. Lewis popular narnia series the american edition was published later in 1950 by macmillan. Lewiss childrens epic fantasy series, the chronicles of narnia.
The first few doors they tried led only into spare bedrooms, as everyone had expected that they would. Lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia, book 2. First collier books edition 1970 52nd printing by number line title page credits illustrations as. While exploring the professors house, they stumble across the gateway to another world, and the adventure begins. The lion the witch and the wardrobe by c s lewis abebooks. Editions of the lion, the witch and the wardrobe by c.
Illustrated by drawings and stills from film illustrator. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe, has all the elements of a good fantasy story. I believe the pictures are the same as the normal formatted books so dont expect a lot of extra illustrations but my daughter has not minded the lack of pictures and has really engaged in. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The lion, the witch, and the wardrobe is one of the books that i read countless times as i was growing up. Journeys into magical realms, battles between good and evil, talking creatures, and more, await readers of all ages in the chronicles of narnia. Pauline baynes four english school children find their way through the back of a wardrobe into the magic land of narnia and assist aslan, the golden lion, to triumph over the white witch who has cursed the land. Collier books, 1970, 1st collier paperback edition, very good. Rare 7 book boxed set of the beloved classic chronicles of narnia by c. It is the first published and best known of seven novels in the chronicles of narnia 19501956. All ages childrens gift fiction beginner book the lion. A secret entrance to a magical land, an all powerful evil villain, the need to save the world, almost no hope of doing so, a few moral lessons along the way and returning home just in time for. Chronicles of narnia paperback box book set volume 17.
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