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 Wonderful Reading for All Ages Nov 23, 2009
I was given a set of *The Chronicles of Narnia* as a gift when I was about 13, and they were my introduction into the world of fantasy novels. I consider them the greatest fantasy writing even now, 35 years later.
C.S. Lewis wrote these absorbing tales over 50 years ago, yet they remain as fresh as ever and as appealing to adults as to young people. Part of the reason for this (besides the plots themselves) is that Lewis avoided the pitfalls a lot of later fantasy writers fall into, e.g., preoccupation with the details of spell-weaving/magic, hordes of supernumerary characters, drawn-out plots, and over-written scenery. Lewis tells just enough to let the reader's imagination take hold and create his/her own images, while keeping the cast of characters in each book manageable and interesting. The world he creates is unique unto itself, not the pseudo-medieval or spiritual-realm derivatives many fantasy writers fall back on.
Younger readers will enjoy the stories as "fairy tales" (as Lewis referred to them), while adults will find a positive spiritual message that is not, however, preachy. These books are a great value because you will reread them and always get something new from them as well as enjoying the characters who come to seem like familiar friends. They make a great gift for others or for yourself!
Very pleased! Nov 22, 2009
One of the books in the set was missing upon receipt, so I emailed the sender and immediately the missing book was sent to me. I was so pleased with the way it was handled and the speed with which matters were made right. Thank you all. Marion Wilke
Great Quality Nov 17, 2009
Books were in great condition. Full color pictures throughout. The pages of the books are the smooth/slick glossy type, which do not feel like sandpaper or smell old. The books are in chronological order, which is not the order that they were first published in.
 Extremely disappointed Nov 16, 2009
The set I received was damaged when received. There was tape on it trying to repair the packaging. When opened, several of the CDs were found to be scratched. Was obviously not a new set as advertised, set was retutned.
Well made book. Perfect for story time with the kids. Nov 11, 2009
This book is very well made, very similar to a text book binding and it has become one of my family's favorites.
It's a large book, with pictures, and my daughters really appreciate the maps on the front and back covers.
The pages of the book have colored borders, and there are an artist's version (every 10 pages or so) that help describe the story; however, the art is not distracting, and helps to inspire the imagination of the reader.
This is a great book to add to your library!
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