If You Want to Live in C.S. Lewis' Universes

The Chronicles of Narnia

by C. S. Lewis

In this classic series, 4 british children discover that a wardrobe in their London home opens into a magical world called Narnia, where animals talk, magic is real, and the evil White Witch duels the fierce lion Aslan. The Narnia books are loved by young and old alike. Age 7 and up. Older C. S. Lewis fans should check out his Space Trilogy, which is better suited for older teens and adults.

Out of the Silent Planet

by C. S. Lewis

From the publisher: "Just as readers have been transfixed by the stories, characters, and deeper meanings of Lewis's timeless tales in The Chronicles of Narnia, most find this same allure in his classic Space Trilogy. In these fantasy stories for adults, we encounter, once again, magical creatures, a world of wonders, epic battles, and revelations of transcendent truths."

Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold

by C. S. Lewis

Often cited as C. S. Lewis's greatest work, here he retells the myth of Cupid and Psyche. Lewis said he was haunted by the source material all his life, because he was struck by how illogical some of the main characters' actions were. By recasting the myth as the tale of two mortal princesses caught in a love triangle, he explores devotion and loss, dedication and betrayal, and the different ways we can love. To hear more about this book, listen to What Should I Read Next episode 27, "Books good enough to make you turn off the tv (even if you love tv)," in which Kendra Adachi names this a lifetime favorite novel.

If You Want to Live in C.S. Lewis' Universes

The Chronicles of Narnia

Out of the Silent Planet

Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold

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If You Want to Live in C.S. Lewis' Universes

The Chronicles of Narnia

Out of the Silent Planet

Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold

Find your next read with:

100 Book recommendations for every mood

100 Book recommendations
for every mood