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The Wisdom of Narnia
C. S. Lewis breathed life, humor, and humanity into every one of the characters who inhabit the mythical land of Narnia. More than fifty years since the publication of The Lion,The Witch And The Wardrobe, these characters continue to enchant us with the wit, observations, and truths that make them unique. To read the Narnians' thoughts about their world is to see deeper into our own. Here is a collection of the best quotes and excerpts from all seven books in The Chronicles of Narnia -- a perfect gift for readers of all ages.
64 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2001
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C.S. Lewis
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Clive Staples Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most influential writers of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English Literature at Oxford University until 1954. He was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance Literature at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include Mere Christianity, Out of the Silent Planet, The Great Divorce, The Screwtape Letters, and the universally acknowledged classics The Chronicles of Narnia. To date, the Narnia books have sold over 100 million copies and been transformed into three major motion pictures.
Lewis was married to poet Joy Davidman.
W.H. Lewis was his elder brother]
Clive Staples Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably one of the most influential writers of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English Literature at Oxford University until 1954. He was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance Literature at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include Mere Christianity, Out of the Silent Planet, The Great Divorce, The Screwtape Letters, and the universally acknowledged classics The Chronicles of Narnia. To date, the Narnia books have sold over 100 million copies and been transformed into three major motion pictures.
Lewis was married to poet Joy Davidman.
W.H. Lewis was his elder brother]
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February 9, 2022
Gift book for Narnia fans.
September 12, 2014
All of the wonder of Narnia in bite-size pieces!
July 29, 2011
I really liked this little book. Now granted I'm a pretty hardcore Narnia fans but I loved reading some of my favorite lines and seeing them all in one book.
August 28, 2012
A lovely compendium of some classic quotations from the Narnia books. Makes me want to start rereading the series all over again! My only complaint is that it's far too short.
August 26, 2021
One or two standout lines that would qualify as "words of wisdom", but largely a very odd selection of quotes that didn't seem particularly well suited for a book predicated on 'pearls of wisdom'. It's been years since I've read most of the books, so it was interesting to see the picks from The Magician's Nephew and The Last Battle. I'd say a startling amount of them didn't feature any of the Pevensie children (I think maybe 4 of them, 2 that were largely Lucy-centric and the classic Prof/older kids about Lucy not being mad).
Worth a skim if you're looking for tidbits from little-read books from the series, but I'd get it from the library. Not worth purchasing unless you're a die-hard fan or a particular fan of the artist.
Worth a skim if you're looking for tidbits from little-read books from the series, but I'd get it from the library. Not worth purchasing unless you're a die-hard fan or a particular fan of the artist.
June 28, 2023
"I’m going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn’t any Narnia.”
The Chronicles of Narnia is a beloved series read by countless children... here some wonderful quotes are gathered from the series, alongside the striking artwork.
I find myself remembering that while the series may have been written for children, it is filled with heart, depth, and thought, as these quotes show.
This is a wonderful selection of passages, many of which are thought provoking -- and I find myself now wanting to make time to re-read the series.
"I’m going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn’t any Narnia.”
The Chronicles of Narnia is a beloved series read by countless children... here some wonderful quotes are gathered from the series, alongside the striking artwork.
I find myself remembering that while the series may have been written for children, it is filled with heart, depth, and thought, as these quotes show.
This is a wonderful selection of passages, many of which are thought provoking -- and I find myself now wanting to make time to re-read the series.
"I’m going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn’t any Narnia.”
April 14, 2020
A quick, short little book that highlights quotes or a couple of brief sentences from the Narnia series. If Narnia is endeared to you, you'll really like this. The illustrations are from the original illustrator, Pauline Baynes, which is a plus.
December 21, 2017
There is much to think about in this book.
May 26, 2018
Not the quotes I would have chosen. There’s so many better, deeper, more spiritual truths that should have been included.
August 8, 2018
I would have never paid 10.99 for such a small book, especially in 2001 with quote websites.
October 8, 2018
A good collection of quotes, but I don’t think these are the most powerful from the collection, but it is an enjoyable glance through the world for those who are familiar
November 2, 2022
DELIGHTFUL
August 24, 2023
Lovely little book with beautiful illustrations. Some of the quotes seem a little strained, but the illustrations make up for them.
January 1, 2025
Loved re-reading this small book of quotes from the Narnia books. It’s a joy to pick up and peruse with just a little time. It contains many of the favorite lines I remembered from the books.
December 24, 2025
A neat idea, but poorly compiled.
January 23, 2016
Best quotes from C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia (7 magical books) with illustrations by Pauline Baynes...some of the categories for the quotes include: simple pleasures, honor, friendship, wisdom, truth, wisdom, common sense, lessons learned, fortitude, beauty, end and beginning...my favorite is the fortitude quote attributed to Reepiceep in the voyage of the Dawn Treader on fortitude, it begins, "My own plans are made. While I can, I sail east in the Dawn Treader. When she fails me, I..."
September 17, 2010
It was interesting.
Quotes and Exerts taken from his original series and catagorized in moral or lesson.
Quotes and Exerts taken from his original series and catagorized in moral or lesson.
September 27, 2010
The illustrations in this book are really neat. I am a sucker for C.S. Lewis!
February 20, 2011
like my rating said "it was amazing"
small but moving and influential:)
small but moving and influential:)
February 3, 2015
made me cry...
I have so many beautiful memories of my mothers reading these books to me. Now I read them to my son but they never fail to make me think of her and miss her.
I have so many beautiful memories of my mothers reading these books to me. Now I read them to my son but they never fail to make me think of her and miss her.
February 6, 2015
Cute
Cute children's book. I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the Narnia series by CS Lewis.
Cute children's book. I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the Narnia series by CS Lewis.
June 7, 2015
It was a good nice read, with good quotes to have in my arsenal.
March 25, 2020
...wisdom you can find in Narnia series
January 26, 2016
Nice little thing. Some of the best quotes in the Narnia books.
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