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Erin's avatar

Thanks for giving us the historical evidence, epistolary & otherwise, for the oft-cited claim people give for re-ordering the novels. I've often wondered how true it was. I'm in full agreement with you: children should read Lion, Witch, Wardrobe 1st when being introduced to Narnia.

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JRR Jokien's avatar

Sorry, Jack, but it's publication or bust!

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Kirby Key's avatar

I’m indifferent about the order for the second and subsequent readings through the Chronicles of Narnia. But the first time must follow publication order. We were meant to discover Narnia through the wardrobe with Lucy.

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Aaron Earls's avatar

Absolutely. Once you've gone through the wardrobe the first time through, enjoy any order (or non-order) you'd like on subsequent readings. You may gain insight by reading them through chronologically, in the order Lewis wrote them, or even haphazardly. But, you're right, that first journey must start with Lucy's discovery of Narnia.

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