The Magician’s Nephew is a portal fantasy children’s novel by C. S. Lewis, published in 1955 by The Bodley Head. It is the sixth published of seven novels in The Chronicles of Narnia (1950–1956). In recent editions, which sequence the books according to Narnia history, it is volume one of the series.
“The Magician’s Nephew,” a captivating entry in C.S. Lewis’s cherished “The Chronicles of Narnia” series, invites readers to embark on an enchanting journey of creation, magic, and moral exploration. Serving as a prequel to the series, this novel unveils the origins of Narnia and the powerful forces that shape its destiny.
The story follows Digory Kirke and Polly Plummer, two curious children who stumble upon an array of magical rings created by Digory’s eccentric uncle, Andrew. As they inadvertently travel to different worlds, they find themselves in the nascent realm of Narnia, witnessing its birth through a series of extraordinary events. The children’s choices and actions set the stage for the land’s future and introduce readers to iconic figures like the majestic lion Aslan.
