The Narnia Chronicles, first published in 1950, have been and remain some of the most enduringly popular books ever published. This edition presents all seven books û unabridged û in one impressive volume. The books are presented here according to LewisÆs preferred order, each chapter graced with an illustration by the original artist, Pauline Baynes. This edition also contains C.S. LewisÆs essay ôOn Three Ways of Writing for Childrenö, in which he explains precisely how the magic of Narnia and the realm of fantasy appeal not only to children but to discerning readers of all ages. For the past fifty years, The Chronicles of Narnia have transcended the fantasy genre to become part of the canon of classic literature. Each of the seven books is a masterpiece, drawing the reader into a world where magic meets reality, and the result is a fictional world whose scope has fascinated generations.