• The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Picture Book (The Chronicles of Narnia)

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Picture Book
(The Chronicles of Narnia)

Author
C S Lewis
Illustrator
Tudor Humphries
Publication Date
September 21, 2004
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  2nd − 3rd
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Picture Book (The Chronicles of Narnia)
Description
The first-published and best-loved story in the Chronicles of Narnia is also the first in this new picture book series that welcomes a younger, new generation to the beloved land of Narnia. This captivating retelling is illustrated in glorious full color by a noted British artist.
Publication date
September 21, 2004
Classification
Fiction
Page Count
-
ISBN-13
9780060556501
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
HarperCollins
Series
Chronicles of Narnia
BISAC categories
JUV007000 - Juvenile Fiction | Classics
JUV037000 - Juvenile Fiction | Fantasy & Magic
Library of Congress categories
Fantasy
Narnia (Imaginary place)

None

The handsome, detailed illustrations are what chiefly recommend this retelling of Lewis's classic fantasy. The artist is particularly adept at contrasting the White Witch and her icy environs with Aslan and his golden aura. While Oram's retelling retains the crucial plot elements and sets a brisk pace, readers who can appreciate this book aren't far from appreciating the original--so why not wait?

Copyright 2005 Hornbook, LLC Used with permission.

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