The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis - Book Review

In the magical land of Narnia, which lies just beyond the wardrobe, eternal winter has taken hold of the land, and its inhabitants live in fear of the White Witch.

During World War II, the Pevensie children are sent as far away from the war as possible, and it is only during their stay in a country that Lucy along with her siblings will discover this magical land, the formidable Aslan, and the great destiny they have been called on to fulfill.

Deemed by many as a children’s book, Lewis’s style nonetheless surpasses the shackles of time and continues to delight and enchant children and adults alike, with his effervescent style, his passion for the rich world he has created, and his obvious dedication to the land of Narnia which serves as the setting for several other books in the series.

And his heroines and heroes are worthy of praise and admiration, more so because they’re still young and therefore far more vulnerable. Lucy in particular acts as both the moral compass for her siblings and the one who always challenges them to think outside the box and go on grand adventures together.

Edmund, on the other hand, offers a contrast with his sullen attitude, and his own desperation to be noticed. The Pevensie children’s adventure will take them far beyond the comfort and familiarity of the world they knew, challenging them to risk their lives, to be brave and fight for truth, honor, and freedom even against insurmountable odds. Most importantly, they learn to stand together as a united front. 

In the end, it’s their journey we become invested in, the lessons they’ve learned by going up against the White Witch, armed with little else, but the few Narnians who remain, their faith, and each other.