The Chronicles of Narnia

The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis is a series of seven fantasy novels that explore the magical land of Narnia, where animals talk and mythical creatures roam.

1. The Magician's Nephew

This book serves as a prequel to the series, explaining the origins of Narnia. It follows the story of Digory Kirke and Polly Plummer, who discover magical rings that transport them to different worlds. They accidentally awaken the evil Queen Jadis (later the White Witch) and witness the creation of Narnia by Aslan, the great lion.

2. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

The most famous book in the series, it introduces the Pevensie siblings—Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy—who are evacuated to the countryside during World War II. They discover a magical wardrobe that leads to Narnia, which is under the rule of the White Witch. With the help of Aslan, they fight to free Narnia from her eternal winter.

3. The Horse and His Boy

Set during the reign of the Pevensies in Narnia, this story follows a young boy named Shasta and a talking horse named Bree as they escape from the oppressive land of Calormen. Along the way, they uncover a plot to invade Narnia and warn the kingdom in time to prevent disaster.

4. Prince Caspian

The Pevensie siblings return to Narnia, summoned by the young Prince Caspian, who is the rightful heir to the throne. Narnia is now under the control of the corrupt King Miraz, and the land's magical creatures are in hiding. With Aslan's guidance, they help Caspian reclaim his throne and restore Narnia to its former glory.

5. The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Edmund and Lucy, along with their cousin Eustace Scrubb, are drawn into Narnia through a painting. They join King Caspian on a sea voyage aboard the Dawn Treader, encountering various islands, magical creatures, and challenges. The journey is a quest to find seven lost lords of Narnia and ends at the edge of the world.

6. The Silver Chair

Eustace returns to Narnia with his schoolmate Jill Pole. They are given a mission by Aslan to find and rescue Prince Rilian, the son of King Caspian, who has been kidnapped by a witch. Their journey takes them through treacherous lands, including the Underworld, where they confront the witch and free Rilian.

7. The Last Battle

The final book in the series depicts the end of Narnia. An imposter Aslan and a deceitful ape named Shift lead Narnia into chaos. King Tirian, the last king of Narnia, along with Eustace and Jill, fight to save the land. Ultimately, Aslan brings about the end of Narnia, leading the faithful to a new, eternal Narnia.