The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a fantasy novel for children by C. S. Lewis, published by Geoffrey Bles in 1950. It is the first published and best known of seven novels in The Chronicles of Narnia. Among all the author's books, it is also the most widely held in libraries. Although it was originally the first of The Chronicles of Narnia, it is volume two in recent editions that are sequenced by the stories' chronology. Like the other Chronicles, it was illustrated by Pauline Baynes, and her work has been retained in many later editions. Most of the novel is set in Narnia, a land of talking animals and mythical creatures that is ruled by the evil White Witch. In the frame story, four English children are relocated to a large, old country house following a wartime evacuation. The youngest, Lucy, visits Narnia three times via the magic of a wardrobe in a spare room. Lucy's three siblings are with her on her third visit to Narnia.
| Author | C. S. Lewis |
| Illustrator | Pauline Baynes |
| Series | The Chronicles of Narnia |
| Publisher | Geoffrey Bles |
| Followed by | Prince Caspian |
About The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Based on the book by C.S. Lewis, this film follows four kids as they enter the magical world of Narnia.
Achievement of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The film is the first installment in the Chronicles of Narnia movie adaptations. The film grossed over $744 million worldwide.
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Latest information about The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe updated on July 28 2021.
