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  • The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

  • The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 2
  • By: C. S. Lewis
  • Narrated by: Michael York
  • Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (543 ratings)

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

By: C. S. Lewis
Narrated by: Michael York
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Publisher's Summary

The Narnia Chronicles, first published in 1950, have been and remain some of the most enduringly popular children’s books ever published. The best known, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, has been translated into 29 languages!

“It’s a magic wardrobe. There’s a wood inside it, and it’s snowing! Come and see,” begged Lucy.

Lucy has stumbled upon a marvellous land of fauns and centaurs, nymphs and talking animals. But soon she discovers that it is ruled by the cruel White Witch, and can only be freed by Aslan, the great Lion, and four children…

This is the second adventure in the exciting Chronicles of Narnia.

©1950 C. S. Lewis (P)1950 HarperCollins UK

Critic Reviews

“Forget Simba. There’s a new lion in the Magic Kingdom… Long before J.K. Rowling dreamed up Harry Potter, Lewis was busy with his seven book series.”
E! Online

“Like the ‘Rings’ cycle… the seven Narnia books have a long and loyal following.”
The Herald (U.K.)

“Narnia offers huge scope for a profitable film franchise… fantasy is currently the toast of Hollywood.”
The Guardian (U.K.)

“…a big, live action movie franchise to help spark new merchandising lines and theme-park attractions.”
Los Angeles Times

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great book, terrible audio

As others have said the sound is very odd on this book. the narrator suddenly gets very loud, then super quiet. I wish audible would read these reviews and remix the audio tracks

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This is a really good book

My daughter loved this book and couldn't stop listening to it! A great listen. Yee

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awesome book

loved it. it was awesome!!!!!!!! this was on of the best books in audible

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Brilliant classic story, average narration

One of my favourite books from childhood. Millions of children have been transported over the years, but Michael York doesn't nail it in my opinion. Sound levels go up and down - but the main thing is his weird, almost patronising intonation. And his Aslan voice is silly. Pity.

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Wonderful story for all ages

I love this book and the Narnia series. It's s children's classic but fantastic to read and enjoy at any age. Michael York's performance was first rate as you would expect.

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Fantastic

A great classic. I didn't find any technical issues with the recording that others have had.

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Always my favorite

I have loved this book since I was a kid, and continue to live it even to this day. C.S. Lewis always is and will be one of the kings of fantasy. Michael York's voice accompanies this narration so well.

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One of the Best Books Ever

A best-ever family read-aloud, a beautiful allegory of The One True Story. Such beauty in the written words and in the performance.

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it was really enjoyable and amazing.

it was a book i would never forget. i recommend it for those who loves adventures and had enjoyed other narnia series.

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Amazing

I love how they do different voices and it’s really good I LOOOVEEEE ITT. I love fantasy stories and this one suits me perfectly! You should do more like this like Harry Potter, Nevermore, and this!! Thanks ❤️

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