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Hailed as "an outstanding guide not only to Narnia, but also to Lewis's thinking as a whole" by Books and Culture and as "absorbing...serious...rich...a brilliant work to be savored, read often and kept at hand when re-reading Lewis's novels" by The Catholic Register, this superb book arguesconvincingly that medieval cosmology, a subject which fascinated C.S. Lewis throughout his life, provides the imaginative key to understanding the seven Narnia novels. Drawing on the whole range of Lewis's writings (including previously unpublished drafts of the Chronicles), Ward shows that theNarnia stories were designed to express the characteristics of the seven medieval planets - the Sun, the Moon, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn - planets which Lewis described as "spiritual symbols of permanent value" and "especially worthwhile in our own generation." Using these sevensymbols, Lewis secretly constructed the Chronicles so that the story-line in each book, countless points of ornamental detail, and, most important, the portrayal of the Christ-figure of Aslan, all serve to communicate the governing planetary personality.

This guide explores one of C.S. Lewis's most esteemed yet challenging works, originally a series of lectures on ethics delivered during World War II. The lectures delve into the debate over the objectivity of moral values, questioning whether our judgments of right and wrong reflect an external reality or merely subjective feelings. Lewis approaches this issue from a philosophical perspective, intentionally setting aside theological discussions. He presents a compelling argument against subjectivism, offering a cautionary message that resonates even more today in our "post-truth" era. Lewis himself regarded this work as one of his favorites, with his biographer describing it as essential for understanding his broader writings. The guide illuminates the academic context and personal experiences, including Lewis's service in World War I, that shaped his thoughts. It features a thorough commentary that clarifies the numerous references and quotations within Lewis's argument, highlighting how this philosophical stance connects with his more overtly Christian writings. Additionally, it includes a full-color photo gallery showcasing relevant people, places, and documents, including Lewis's unpublished original "blurb" for the book.

The cold north awaits you ... War is coming to Valeron. From the west, the blood-thirsty Wiccans burn and pillage their way towards the capital - where an ill and ineffectual king is beset on all sides by the scheming of ambitious men. His youngest son, Prince Arran, untested in combat and naïve to ways of the world, is sent on a fool's errand - to convince a cowardly lord to honour his oath and defend the realm from its enemies. But the real threat is yet to be revealed ... You are Prince Arran, son of Leonidas and second heir to the throne of Valeron. They call you the ghost prince - the sickly boy who haunts the palace library, filling your head with dreams of high adventure. Now, as the shadows lengthen and danger threatens your beleaguered kingdom, you must finally prove yourself. It is time to take up your hallowed sword, Duran's Heart, and forge your own destiny in a cruel and savage world - one that has no mercy for weakling princes. No happy endings. Will you defy fate and become a great hero of legend? You decide in this epic fantasy adventure - one where you make the decisions. The cold north awaits you ... are you ready for the challenge?

This book is a comprehensive single-volume study written by an international team of scholars to survey C. S. Lewis's career as a literary historian, popular theologian, and creative writer. Original in its approach and unique in its scope, it shows that Lewis was much more than merely the man behind Narnia.

The second book in a series where FIGHTING FANTASY meets WORLD OF WARCRAFT.

An accompanying volume to DestinyQuest: Tides of Terror that includes the information needed to record your progress.

Ward reveals that the key to understanding the Chronicles of Narnia is the way that C.S. Lewis organises his stories around the seven medieval planets that suggest the nature of God and aspects of the Christian life.

Explore the war-torn realm of Dormus, a captivating backdrop for the internationally acclaimed gamebook series, DestinyQuest. This immersive setting invites readers to engage with its rich lore and dynamic challenges, enhancing the interactive experience of the series.

DestinyQuest: The Legion of Shadow takes its influence from two genres, the ‘choose your own adventure’ book and the computer role-playing game. It uses an innovative map system to allow readers to experience exciting quests, battle fearsome monsters and discover valuable rewards. Through their adventures, the reader can customise their hero from a selection of 400 items and 80 special abilities, allowing them to take on ever-greater challenges as they seek to save the kingdom from the sinister Legion of Shadow.Author Michael J. Ward draws on 10 years publishing experience and over 30 years of gaming to create a unique product; a book that draws on the latest innovations in computer-game design and fuses them with the old-style game books that initially attracted him to fantasy when he was younger. Aimed at readers of 12 and above, DestinyQuest will appeal to gamers and fantasy-enthusiasts as well as fans of online games such as World of Warcraft.