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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 (521 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.)

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timeless

volume is erratic and makes listening a chore, but the story is it's own reward.

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Very nostalgic story

Although the shift between chapters sometimes has like a minute of music, sort of annoying but a very good performance

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PEPPA PIG

It was okay 🥺🥺 I GOT MY DRIVERS LICSE SE LAST WEEK JUST LIKE WE ALWAYS TALKED ABOUT

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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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Great book. Great narration.

I felt like I was really there. It’s the best book I’ve read.

I listened to this with my sister and my mum. We all loved it.

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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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Great series, just couldnt stand the voice actor

If this book wasn’t for you, who do you think might enjoy it more?

Avid fans of Michael York

What didn’t you like about Michael York’s performance?

Constant pauses for dramatic effect... just everything. Barely made 10 minutes

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

I was excited after listening to the Magician's Nephew to start the series, then very disappointed with Michael York's attempt

Any additional comments?

Should have gotten Stephen Fry

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volume issues

to quiet then too loud. so you couldn't hear half the story and the other half woke you up when you were falling asleep

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  • 20-11-2023

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

This was the very first Narnia book I ever read as a child. It’s just as I remember and listening to the narrator read the story was wonderful. C.S. Lewis what a master writer . I recommend listening to the whole series on Audible if you haven’t already.

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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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