Paths in the snow : a literary journey through The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe /

Paths in the snow : a literary journey through The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe /

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Author / Creator:	Bloomfield, Jem, author.
Imprint:	London : Darton, Longman & Todd, 2023. ©2023
Description:	288 pages ; 21 cm
Language:	English
Subject:	Lewis, C. S. -- (Clive Staples), -- 1898-1963. -- Lion, the witch, and the wardrobe -- Sources. Lewis, C. S. -- (Clive Staples), -- 1898-1963 -- Sources. Children's literature, English -- 20th century -- Criticism and interpretation. Narnia (Imaginary place)
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/13467214

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ISBN:	9781915412300 1915412307
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 284-288).
Summary:	"This captivating exploration of C. S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe traces many of the literary allusions and echoes to be found beneath the Narnian snow, and will draw you deeper into the magic and meaning of this much-loved novel. Drawing on sources from Dante to The Wind in the Willows, and from medieval dream poetry to Dorothy L. Sayers, Jem Bloomfield identifies and explains numerous literary connections and themes underlying the adventures of the Pevensie children, and their encounters with Aslan, the White Witch and the fantastical inhabitants of Narnia. Paths in the Snow considers the importance of story, myth, imagination and belief in Lewis's personal life, the historical context in which this first book of the Chronicles of Narnia was written, and other crucial influences upon its creation. Bloomfield also offers fascinating insights to enhance your appreciation of the book: why the Pevensies are always shaking hands with each other; for example, and what a wartime recipe for whale meat fritters can tell us about Narnian food" --Back cover.

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Summary:	A superbly rich and engrossing exploration of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Paths in the Snow traces the literary allusions and echoes to be found in this beloved novel, drawing the reader deeper into the magic and meaning of Narnia.From Dante to The Wind in the Willows, and from medieval dream poetry to Dorothy L. Sayers, Paths in the Snow uncovers the literary connections which criss-cross Narnia. Stories, myth and literature played a central role in Lewis' personal life and religious imagination: he was a professor of literature who came back to faith by seeing the Christian story as a " true myth" created by God. Untangling the fascinating network of literary allusions and sources in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe helps to bring Lewis' vision into focus.This study also examines the time in which the first Narnia book was written, shedding light on its historical and cultural context, and how these shaped its meaning for its first readers. Paths in the Snow reveals why the Pevensie children are always shaking hands with each other and what a wartime recipe for whalemeat fritters can tell us about Narnian food. The book proceeds chapter by chapter through The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, making it ideal for reading groups or study sessions. It also provides an opportunity for readers to branch off into their own journey through the literary and theological sources which stocked Lewis' mind.The perfect gift for any Narnian, and a valuable resource for groups, Paths in the Snow will appeal to all fans of C.S. Lewis' work, and enable anyone to stand at the wardrobe door, and go further in.
Physical Description:	288 pages ; 21 cm
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 284-288).
ISBN:	9781915412300 1915412307