𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐚 (𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓)

“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” tells the story of four siblings—Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy Pevensie—who are evacuated to the countryside during World War II. They stay in the house of an old professor, where Lucy, the youngest, discovers a magical wardrobe that leads to the land of Narnia.
Narnia is a mystical world where animals talk and mythical creatures exist. However, this land is under the cruel rule of the White Witch, who casts a spell that causes winter to always fall but never Christmas. Lucy meets a genie named Mr. Tumnus, who explains the situation in Narnia. When Lucy returns, her siblings do not believe her story, but soon all four children arrive in Narnia and realize the truth.
The children learn from the friendly Beavers that they are part of an ancient prophecy. The prophecy foretold that the two Sons of Adam and the two Daughters of Eve would help Aslan, the noble lion and true king of Narnia, defeat the White Witch. However, Edmund fell under the Witch’s spell due to her temptation and betrayed his siblings, leading to a series of conflicts.
Aslan ultimately sacrifices himself to save Edmund but is revived by deeper magic. He led the Narnians in battle against the White Witch’s forces, eventually defeating her. The children are crowned King and Queen of Narnia and rule in peace for many years until they accidentally find their way back to the real world, where no time has passed.
Review:
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a timeless classic that blends adventure, fantasy and Christian allegory. The story explores themes of courage, redemption, and the battle between good and evil. Aslan, representing a Christ-like figure, brings a deep sense of hope and sacrifice to the story. The children’s journey from ordinary lives to becoming rulers of Narnia is a powerful metaphor for maturity and personal responsibility.
Article by C.S. Lewis is accessible to children but layered enough to bring deeper meaning to adult readers. The world of Narnia is richly imagined, with a mix of fantastic and terrifying elements that make it a place as enchanting as it is dangerous.