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Fully dramatized and produced with cinema-quality sound design and music, each title in Radio Theatre's Chronicles of Narnia is now available in a travel-friendly size. Hosted by Douglas Gresham, stepson of C. S. Lewis, these timeless classics have mesmerized millions around the world. Upon entering an enchanted world called Narnia, four ordinary children learn extraordinary lessons in courage, self-sacrifice, friendship, and honor. Brought to life in London by a cast of more than 100 actors, including award-winners Paul Scofield, David Suchet, and Ron Moody, the 7-part Chronicles of Narnia provides over 22 hours of exhilaring listening entertainment. The Silver Running from bullies at school, Eustace and schoolmate Jill unexpectedly find themselves in the enchanted land of Narnia and in the very presence of the Great Lion Aslan. Join Eustace, Jill, and their strange but courageous friend Puddleglum as they travel through dangerous and unknown lands in their quest to find and rescue the heir to Narnia's throne, Prince Rilian.
113 pages, Audio Cassette
First published January 1, 1953
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Paul McCusker
181 books228 followersPaul McCusker is a writer of many different kinds of things. You may know him from Adventures In Odyssey and Focus On The Family Radio Theatre. Or the Father Gilbert Mysteries. Or the Augustine Institute audio dramas Brother Francis: The Barefoot Saint of Assisi and The Trials of Saint Patrick. Or plays like The First Church of Pete's Garage and Catacombs. Or C.S. Lewis projects like The Chronicles of Narnia audio dramas or The Annotated Screwtape Letters. Or the film Beyond The Mask. Or lots of other dramas, novels, scripts and lyrics. He simply can't make up his mind what he likes to write.
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April 10, 2019
I listened to this audio drama so many times our tapes fell apart.
Yes, that many times.
If I had to choose a favorite story from Narnia, it would be The Silver Chair. The boldness of our heroes, particularly Puddleglum, the epic battle of good versus evil, and the rush of joy I feel when I read or listen to this allegory and know, that God's children have power over the Enemy's attacks and enchantments if we follow His voice.
Beautifully produced, wonderfully acted, and full of heart and chills - this is yet another wonderful installment from Focus on the Family Radio Theater.
Yes, that many times.
If I had to choose a favorite story from Narnia, it would be The Silver Chair. The boldness of our heroes, particularly Puddleglum, the epic battle of good versus evil, and the rush of joy I feel when I read or listen to this allegory and know, that God's children have power over the Enemy's attacks and enchantments if we follow His voice.
Beautifully produced, wonderfully acted, and full of heart and chills - this is yet another wonderful installment from Focus on the Family Radio Theater.
May 17, 2025
Wednesday, I drove 150 miles to visit someone I love, who lives as near the underworld as anyone I know closely. I listened to Anna Karenina on the way, sophisticated little pricks trying to ease themselves daintily from embarrassing situations.
Apparently I can only listen to Anna so long, and not in the darkness, for when I was ready to head home at 9:30, I was so done with her.
Therefore, I stuck in this version of The Silver Chair and was breathed pleasantly toward Narnia.
Within ten miles, I had hit traffic—as Puddleglum could have predicted. I didn't mind; I was companioned. So on I went, sometimes slow and sometimes faster. I drove through rain for miles, and, at a gas station, successfully moved the right windshield wiper to the left side after the left one blew off (it only cost the loss of one thumbnail-end, but it took me a good fifty miles of sitting high with head tipped to see out the cleared side, from the time the left wiper flew, to think of the switching solution; I was so distracted by the ominous approach of Autumn Feast).
And I kept grinning (“Puddleglum,' they've said, 'You're altogether too full of bobance and bounce and high spirits. You've got to learn that life isn't all fricasseed frogs and eel pie. You want something to sober you down a bit. We're only saying it for your own good, Puddleglum.' That's what they say.") And nodding (“It would look as if we thought we could make him do things. But really, we can only ask him.”) And blinking back tears ("You would not have called to me unless I had been calling to you,' said the Lion.” and “I'm on Aslan's side even if there isn't any Aslan to lead it. I'm going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn't any Narnia.")
I didn’t get home till 1:30 in the morning, and still sat in my car a while to glory in the happiness of gnome freedom.
Apparently I can only listen to Anna so long, and not in the darkness, for when I was ready to head home at 9:30, I was so done with her.
Therefore, I stuck in this version of The Silver Chair and was breathed pleasantly toward Narnia.
Within ten miles, I had hit traffic—as Puddleglum could have predicted. I didn't mind; I was companioned. So on I went, sometimes slow and sometimes faster. I drove through rain for miles, and, at a gas station, successfully moved the right windshield wiper to the left side after the left one blew off (it only cost the loss of one thumbnail-end, but it took me a good fifty miles of sitting high with head tipped to see out the cleared side, from the time the left wiper flew, to think of the switching solution; I was so distracted by the ominous approach of Autumn Feast).
And I kept grinning (“Puddleglum,' they've said, 'You're altogether too full of bobance and bounce and high spirits. You've got to learn that life isn't all fricasseed frogs and eel pie. You want something to sober you down a bit. We're only saying it for your own good, Puddleglum.' That's what they say.") And nodding (“It would look as if we thought we could make him do things. But really, we can only ask him.”) And blinking back tears ("You would not have called to me unless I had been calling to you,' said the Lion.” and “I'm on Aslan's side even if there isn't any Aslan to lead it. I'm going to live as like a Narnian as I can even if there isn't any Narnia.")
I didn’t get home till 1:30 in the morning, and still sat in my car a while to glory in the happiness of gnome freedom.
December 15, 2023
Still my favorite of the Narnia books. Got the privilege of reading it out loud to my daughter this time around. We both loved it. The adventure, danger, and humor. The importance of following the signs, even when (especially when) you don’t understand them or think they’re important. And Puddleglum is my favorite. My daughter so enjoyed him that her greatest disappointment in finishing this book was that we won’t see him again. Same, Leeann. Same.
January 1, 2026
As my brother wondered years ago, perhaps Puddleglum is Lewis's apologetic redemption of the Puritans from The Pilgrims Regress?
Such riches as always in these stories.
Such riches as always in these stories.
April 7, 2022
she was cute, like mid-ranked out of all the others?
February 28, 2024
Peter wept
July 9, 2022
It was a story very good bravery.
April 22, 2017
This time the journey to Narnia was a lot different from the last two. This time like in the "Horse and His Boy" the Pevensie children were not present. A new character was introduced and once again Aslan used this new character to assist in saving Narnia from the evil prowess of that no good witch- who I believe to be the same white witch from "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe".
I must say however this one is better than the Horse and His Boy. The story line is fascinating;- the quest with the four signs, the journey through the giants country then the journey to the underworld and the escape from it. Once again C.S. Lewis delivers a spectacular story with wonderful and worthy characters, all importunate and chivalrous in whatever the war to protect their homeland -Narnia from beguile!
My favourite character was the Marsh-wiggle, Puddleglum because like a true Narnian he never gave up hope in Aslan's power to deliver. And he was the smartest of the trio ;).
3.5 stars
I must say however this one is better than the Horse and His Boy. The story line is fascinating;- the quest with the four signs, the journey through the giants country then the journey to the underworld and the escape from it. Once again C.S. Lewis delivers a spectacular story with wonderful and worthy characters, all importunate and chivalrous in whatever the war to protect their homeland -Narnia from beguile!
My favourite character was the Marsh-wiggle, Puddleglum because like a true Narnian he never gave up hope in Aslan's power to deliver. And he was the smartest of the trio ;).
3.5 stars
July 8, 2019
I have loved sharing the Chronicles of Narnia with my children via the Radio Theatre adaptations. Of the seven books, Silver Chair's overall storyline is definitely not one of my "favorites," however ... Puddleglum is one of my favorite Narnian characters and the person playing him does a fantastic job! 🤣😂🤣😂 I also love the lessons about Scripture memory intertwined with Aslan giving the four signs to Jill.
July 26, 2023
This book makes clear Lewis was influenced by Macdonald and Arthurian legend, and that although he was a discovery writer, he set out with a framework in mind.
I love Puddleglum! He’s such an Eeyore. He should be really irritating, but for some reason is not. He’s one of my favorite characters in Narnia because even through his despair, he clings to the light and hope that is in Aslan.
I absolutely love the moment when he puts his hand in the witch’s fire: better to be a dreamer and believe in things like green trees, skies, the sun, and Aslan, than to be brainwashed into the darkness of living underground in her false kingdom.
I also love the reminder that “Aslan will always make a way.” If you keep your focus on Him, He will always make a way through the darkness.
Such an excellent story with fantastic themes.
I love Puddleglum! He’s such an Eeyore. He should be really irritating, but for some reason is not. He’s one of my favorite characters in Narnia because even through his despair, he clings to the light and hope that is in Aslan.
I absolutely love the moment when he puts his hand in the witch’s fire: better to be a dreamer and believe in things like green trees, skies, the sun, and Aslan, than to be brainwashed into the darkness of living underground in her false kingdom.
I also love the reminder that “Aslan will always make a way.” If you keep your focus on Him, He will always make a way through the darkness.
Such an excellent story with fantastic themes.
January 9, 2022
A wonderful re-read of the 6th book, chronologically, in one of my favorite series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This book is the handoff to seventh book, The Last Battle (which I will surely read again very soon). Yes, I'm a 41 year old man who enjoys children's books. I've been listening to The Gray Havens lately and their song "Silver" reference this book, which brought it to my mind and made me want to revisit it. And I enjoyed the trip.
July 15, 2021
This book>>>>the movies
Better to read the whole series😅i started at 4
Better to read the whole series😅i started at 4
August 12, 2017
Road trip audiobook for holiday in America.
May 28, 2016
Excellent. I particularly loved the voice of the Prince. He was outstanding.
March 8, 2025
I really liked this one, full of adventures and great characters and horses ;-)
Message to the USA
"Courage, friends, whether we live or die Aslan will be our good Lord "
On to The Last Battle
Message to the USA
"Courage, friends, whether we live or die Aslan will be our good Lord "
On to The Last Battle
June 17, 2023
El personaje de Aslan hace toda la historia un cuento maravilloso, reflejando la realidad. En nuestro mundo es Dios quien hace todo hermoso y cuida tanto de personas y circunstancias como de sentimientos y pensamientos. Él es quien sana corazones heridos y arregla hasta lo que parece inimaginable.
Una historia fascinante en la pluma de Lewis. Una bruja que se convierte en serpiente mata a la reina, esposa de Caspian y luego secuestra al hijo Rilian. El rey Caspian X esá muy triste porque pronto morirá - ya es muy viejo y se embarca para buscar a Aslan.
Aslan convoca a dos niñitos Jill y Eustance para que junto a Charcosombrío - un meneo de la marisma - encuentren al príncipe perdido y lo traigan de vuelta a su padre.
Una aventura por tierras desconocidas del norte, por el mundo subterráneo, con Gigantes y sus propios desavenires.
Las lecciones:
Si Dios te da algunas señales para la misión que tienes en frente, no te las olvides por nada y te las presente en todo momento.
Siempre habrá una bruja queriendo dominar con magia negra, haciéndose pasar por buena y dulce; la verdad es poderosa, no te dejes adormecer por ninguna bruja.
Escapar del frío y buscar la comodidad puede ser agradable pero siempre te desviará de tus planes.
Una historia fascinante en la pluma de Lewis. Una bruja que se convierte en serpiente mata a la reina, esposa de Caspian y luego secuestra al hijo Rilian. El rey Caspian X esá muy triste porque pronto morirá - ya es muy viejo y se embarca para buscar a Aslan.
Aslan convoca a dos niñitos Jill y Eustance para que junto a Charcosombrío - un meneo de la marisma - encuentren al príncipe perdido y lo traigan de vuelta a su padre.
Una aventura por tierras desconocidas del norte, por el mundo subterráneo, con Gigantes y sus propios desavenires.
Las lecciones:
Si Dios te da algunas señales para la misión que tienes en frente, no te las olvides por nada y te las presente en todo momento.
Siempre habrá una bruja queriendo dominar con magia negra, haciéndose pasar por buena y dulce; la verdad es poderosa, no te dejes adormecer por ninguna bruja.
Escapar del frío y buscar la comodidad puede ser agradable pero siempre te desviará de tus planes.
August 26, 2017
First of all, I couldn't read this book beyond first chapter because I felt it boring without Pevensie kids, also a new character called Jill was also introduced whom I felt boring. But as I have to read it , I continued and after a little bit, I felt interested. The story focusses on Eustace, Jill and Puddleglum's ( Marshwiggle) who went to seek prince Rilian, the lost prince of Narnia, the only son King Caspian, the tenth. He was taken by the enchantment of Lady of Green Kirtle, a wicked witch, Queen of Underland. Eustace and Jill was called by Aslan, the Great Lion to seek the prince. They along with Puddleglum went to seek the prince and the story describes their adventures on their journey. In the end King Caspian dies, which makes me sad. But overall , like other series, it is a nice story
July 11, 2018
Although I can't remember exactly how many times I listened to Focus On the Family Radio Theatre versions of "The Chronicles of Narnia" stories while I was growing up, I do remember my whole family greatly enjoyed them every time. Each book is adapted into a marvelous, beautiful experience containing great narration, voice acting, and sound effects. The introductions by Lewis's stepson are also pretty cool. I need to listen to these adaptions again...
(Note: I don't agree with how they numbered their versions stories, but maybe that's just me... and my dad, who actually reordered them in our collection and wrote over the numbering. The Magician's Nephew and The Horse and His Boy do take place chronologically before other stories, but in the reading order they were not meant to be numbers 1 and 3.)
(Note: I don't agree with how they numbered their versions stories, but maybe that's just me... and my dad, who actually reordered them in our collection and wrote over the numbering. The Magician's Nephew and The Horse and His Boy do take place chronologically before other stories, but in the reading order they were not meant to be numbers 1 and 3.)
October 13, 2016
This book starts in a coeducational school with two kids called Eustace Scrubb and Jill Pole. They are running away from bullies and hiding behind a gym in the moist autumn air. They go through a door and whisk away to a secret land. There are trees and colorful birds all around them. They walk through the forested area and they come upon a high, high cliff. Jill wanted to prove that she was not afraid. She was closer to the edge than she liked to be. She almost tipped over and Scrubb pushed her back. Then suddenly he fell off the cliff. She starts to hear this voice. The voice of Aslan, a wise and mighty lion telling her that Scrubb is okay. He blew Scrubb all the way to Narnia. Aslan sends them on a quest to find a missing Prince who is the son of King Caspian, an old friend of Scrubb. Scrubb had been to Narnia not too long ago, but long ago in Narnia. Years travel faster in Narnia. On this quest, they make a new friend called Puddleglum, a marshwiggle, and many other magical creatures like an owl, giants, witches and magicians. They travel through Harfang, the North part of the Wildlands in Narnia, to find the ancient ruined city of giants where they think the prince is being held by an evil witch in green. On the way, they go through giant bridges, mountains and snowy downpours.
I liked the suspense in this book. There was always an adventure around every corner. I enjoyed the characters. I disliked how slow this book was. This is a fantasy book, and not the best of the Chronicles of Narnia. If you like fantasy and adventure and have read the rest of the Chronicles of Narnia, I would recommend you read this book. I would not recommend this book if you do not like fantasy. You will like the suspense and characters and that is about it.
I liked the suspense in this book. There was always an adventure around every corner. I enjoyed the characters. I disliked how slow this book was. This is a fantasy book, and not the best of the Chronicles of Narnia. If you like fantasy and adventure and have read the rest of the Chronicles of Narnia, I would recommend you read this book. I would not recommend this book if you do not like fantasy. You will like the suspense and characters and that is about it.
May 19, 2025
Can you really rate a Narnia book any less?! We listened to the Focus on the Family Radio Theatre Audio book of The Silver Chair and it was incredible. The voice acting and high production value makes the story come alive! We were all sitting at the edge of our seat to see what would happen next! Puddleglum is one of my favorite character's in the Narnia books and several times, I was brought to tears by the Truth that this book shares. Wonderful read, wonderful listen! This is a book and a story to be cherished!
July 11, 2021
3.9 debo decir que este libro me gusto bastante desde el primer momento, siento que esta saga mejora con el paso de los libros me los personajes me agradaron si bien en algunos momentos me resultaron desesperantes aunque en definitiva chascosombrio es mi favorito, sin embargo mi mayor problema con este libro es que es bastante predecible al menos para mi fue muy fácil descubrir los giros de trama, pero para compensar esto tiene uno de los mejores finales de la saga se me hizo muy emotivo
March 3, 2020
I have to say that while I love Puddleglum and it's lovely to see Eustice growing up, this was always one of my least favorite books in the series. I wouldn't say that's changed, but the audio version did help. Again, great cast, excellent production, and highly recommend the Radio Theatre version of these books! Great for listening to in the car with the kids!
September 16, 2022
I enjoyed this book greatly for a few reasons. It really puts the Narnia plot to perspective as the witch re-occurs throughout the chronicles. I enjoyed the re-use of Eustace, still evolving from a whiny childish brat to a hero, full of pride and respect. Children beating all odds really speaks to me as reader and is probably my favorite part of this book.
October 23, 2020
Fue el libro que menos me gusto de la saga. Si bien es entretenido, no me conecte con los personajes. No habia quimica fluida entre ellos ni eran tan protagonistas y varios capitulos o momentos estaban de mas
December 30, 2020
The audio drama version of C.S. Lewis' Silver Chair is fantastic. I listened to it yet again with my 12 & 15 year old. The 15 year old did NOT want to listen, but we found her sneaking out her earbuds and begin to listen to eventually delighting in the fact that we had to drive somewhere in order to listen to more of the story.
October 3, 2021
I've read The Wardrobe, the Witch and the Lion, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and the Silver Chair and I must say that of these four books the Silver Chair is my favorite, and the cover of the book is just marvelous !
March 15, 2022
Listened to this marvelous radio theater. I found myself wanting to stop and marinate in the truths woven into the tale. The truth/light vs deception/darkness theme was so powerfully and masterfully portrayed. And the understanding of life after death was so beautiful!
August 19, 2022
Cuando comencé el libro hace tanto tiempo realmente no conocía cuál sería la aventura asignada por Aslan.
A pesar de que en algún momento me llegó a parecer tedioso, logré terminarlo. Pues, es relativamente un buen libro, al igual que sus antecesores, y tengo que admitir que ver a Caspian de esa manera… No lo esperaba.
Sentí una satisfacción con el final de él, después de tanto, por fin sucedió, pero lastimosamente no hubo más tiempo.
Al leer a Jill me sorprendió, que chica, dura de roer, débil y terca. Si me llegó a cautivar conforme va avanzando el libro pues logra entender a Eustace y sus emociones son muy humanas. De Eustace uno se puede dar cuenta del gran cambio que tuvo al paso del libro anterior, más amable, honorable, valiente y seguro, por supuesto debo de reconocer que me gusto verlo en una aventura donde el sea una de las cabezas… aún que también me imaginaba otro tipo de desafío. El Príncipe Rilian no fue de mi agrado, ni por cerca.
La trama simplemente no fue mi favorita, como mencioné antes se me hizo algo tedioso y duro seguir con la lectura conforme avanzaba y llegaban más abajo e incluso me provocó un bloqueo lector de casi 2 años.
A pesar de que en algún momento me llegó a parecer tedioso, logré terminarlo. Pues, es relativamente un buen libro, al igual que sus antecesores, y tengo que admitir que ver a Caspian de esa manera… No lo esperaba.
Sentí una satisfacción con el final de él, después de tanto, por fin sucedió, pero lastimosamente no hubo más tiempo.
Al leer a Jill me sorprendió, que chica, dura de roer, débil y terca. Si me llegó a cautivar conforme va avanzando el libro pues logra entender a Eustace y sus emociones son muy humanas. De Eustace uno se puede dar cuenta del gran cambio que tuvo al paso del libro anterior, más amable, honorable, valiente y seguro, por supuesto debo de reconocer que me gusto verlo en una aventura donde el sea una de las cabezas… aún que también me imaginaba otro tipo de desafío. El Príncipe Rilian no fue de mi agrado, ni por cerca.
La trama simplemente no fue mi favorita, como mencioné antes se me hizo algo tedioso y duro seguir con la lectura conforme avanzaba y llegaban más abajo e incluso me provocó un bloqueo lector de casi 2 años.
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May 16, 2019
Love that audio drama!
October 22, 2019
Loved this book. I love the Christian symbolism. C.S. Lewis is a master of his craft. I discovered a movie made in 1990-or possibly a series on BBC. I can’t wait to check into to with my boys.
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