Narnia Freebies!
Welcome to the 'Narnia Freebies' resource page! This portal has been created especially for fans of one of the most magical and enchanting stories ever written - The Chronicles of Narnia . However old you are, it's a tale that has every reader rushing to their bedroom wardrobe, rustling through the contents, frantically in search of the land of Narnia... Did you find it or are you still searching for another life, another world?
At its simplest, we hope that this page provides you with interesting and thought-provoking materials which help you to discover the story behind the story, which is in itself the greatest story ever told. Are we talking in riddles or is there perhaps more to this than meets the eye?
Do read on, enjoy the contents of this page and contact us with your thoughts and comments. May what now follows mark the beginning of your own 'Narnia' adventure!
(Image used with permission and taken from: http://www.harpercollinschildrensbooks.co.uk/characters/narnia.aspx)
Copyright Notice from Disney - THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA, NARNIA,and all book titles, characters and locales original thereto are trademarks of C.S. Lewis Pte Ltd. and are used with permission. © DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC. and WALDEN MEDIA, LLC. All rights reserved. “THE VIEWS EXPRESSED HEREIN DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THOSE OF DISNEY ENTERPRISES OR WALDEN MEDIA.”
*NEW: JUNE 2008 - PRINCE CASPIAN
Prince Caspian is in danger. His uncle, the usurper Miraz (Sergio Castellitto), and his wife have had a baby boy. And Caspian (Ben Barnes), who should be king, stands in the way of Miraz's ambitions for his son. Caspian flees the castle, hotly pursued by some of Miraz's men. Deep in the forest, he falls from his horse and, feeling that he has no hope, blows a magic horn to summon assistance. Caspian doesn't know it, but the horn has pulled Peter (William Moseley), Susan (Anna Popplewell), Edmund (Skandar Keynes) and Lucy (Georgie Henley) back into Narnia. (Taken from an e-mail sent out by te Damaris Trust)
“One of the things I love about Prince Caspian is that in its illustration of a return to truth, justice and faith after a millennium of corruption, the story shows us that no matter how far we have strayed, there is always a way back, all we have to do is find it and recognise it.”
Douglas Gresham, stepson of CS Lewis
Tony Watkins and Nick Pollard discuss the 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian', second in the series of films based on the books by C.S. Lewis. In this Culturewatch.tv video, they discuss the idea of the lost Narnian heritage, which the Pevensie children play a central role in recovering, and reflect on its relevance to our society. This video includes clips from the film and interview footage with executive producer Douglas Gresham, who is C.S. Lewis's stepson.
Official Trailer (You Tube)
Why can relationships be so painful?
'Pollard on TV' explores the relationships in the film 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian'. The programme invites discussion of the question "Why is it that relationships can be so painful?" The programme also raises questions related to the themes of love and commitment.
Resources for individual and group reflection
The Damaris Trust is offering a whole host of materials for devotees of 'The Chronicles'.
‘I have been an Edmund in my time’
The stepson of C.S. Lewis tells Anna Arco why he identifies with the Narnia character who struggles to find redemption.
Prince Caspian – Leadership Under the Lion
Article from the London Institute of Contemporary Culture
Film Review: Prince Caspian Rules
Narnia (Disney Site): resources
Disney / Walden Media Press Release
Competition 2008: win a free copy of the book by C.S. Lewis
We have two copies to give away.
Question: where was C.S. Lewis born?
E-mail your answers to questions@life4seekers.co.uk
'The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe' Links And Resources (December 2005)
On this page you will find:
Competition 1 (previously won)
Limited Edition Free Cinema Cards
Narnia Study and Discussion Questions
Recipes (Turkish Delight)
Narnia exists...with a patron saint!
Competition 2 (previously won)
Quotation from the makers of this web page
*The competition prizes have now been won. The winners of 'The Chronicles of Narnia' were: Helen from Airdrie and Naomi from Rhossili. The winner of the box of Turkish Delight is: Class 2J from The Rosary School, London. Date: 5.1.06.
Narnia Competition 1 (Already won)
We have two copies of ' The Chronicles of Narnia' to give away as prizes!
Competition question: Who died on the stone table to save Edmund?
E-mail your answers here and also submit your full name and postal address. The winning answers will be entered into a draw and the overall winners will be notified by the middle of December.
*Do you like Turkish Delight? Would you like to win a box? Please see our recipes section below?
(Image used with permision from: http://www.narniaresources.com/webbanners.html).
© DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC. and WALDEN MEDIA, LLC. All rights reserved.
C S Lewis Biography and Information
LifeWay.com/Narnia features background information on the famed author, C.S. Lewis.
(Image provided by Harper Collins Publishers).
"The best Christian I've ever known," says Douglas Gresham, stepson to the famous writer.
http://www.christianitytoday.com/movies/interviews/douglasgresham.html
Douglas Gresham and the Chronicles of C S Lewis
http://www.cbn.com/700club/Guests/Bios/Douglas_Gresham110305.asp
(Image from: www.helendesignsaz.com/ btn-children.htm)
William Moseley plays Peter in Disney's Narnia.
http://www.cinecon.com/news.php?id=0508261
C.S. Lewis's stepson shares insights on upcoming Narnia film he co-produced
http://worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=45754
Anna Popplewell, who plays Susan in the upcoming Narnia movie
http://www.christianitytoday.com/movies/interviews/annapopplewell.html
Perry Moore, one of the producers of the upcoming Narnia movie
http://www.chud.com/index.php?type=news&id=3957
Narnia Bible Study
http://store.yahoo.com/biblestudies/trovevliwian.html
Deeper Into The Land Of Narnia
http://www.readingmatters.co.uk/idea.php?id=3
The Sacrifice Of Aslan
http://www.pawsonline.info/facts/sacrifice%20of%20aslan.htm
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Forgiveness
Edmund is forgiven for betraying his brother and sisters and friends. It's a powerful and life-changing thing to receive.
(The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001, page 174)
Are the words, "I forgive you," something that you need to hear? God forgives us of anything, providing that we regret what we have done and are sorry. More…
Suffering and the Cross
Aslan didn’t deserve to die but he allowed it to happen.
(The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001, page 184)
Two questions:
What is the meaning of suffering? More...
Aslan is a Christ-like figure... but why did Jesus Christ die on the cross? More...
Limited edition free cinema cards
Keep your eyes peeled... These could be found in the postcard racks at the cinemas showing the film during December 2005. Now that the film is on DVD, you may be able to request them from: www.christianity.org.uk/enquirers.html
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Narnia tales remind us of eternal Christian Truths
http://www.archden.org/dcr/news.php?e=154&s=2&a=3519
Speech, reason, faith and knowledge in C. S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia by Otto Dandenell
http://cslewis.drzeus.net/papers/narnia.html
The Wardrobe as a Christian Metaphor by Dr Don King
http://cslewis.drzeus.net/papers/wardrobe_metaphor.html
(Image from: www.caseresources.org.uk)
Children of the Light (You Are the Light of the World) by Rev. G. Bradford Hall
http://cslewis.drzeus.net/papers/light.html
C S Lewis and Catholicism by Iain T Benson
http://web.archive.org/web/20030604071945/http://ic.net/~erasmus/RAZ496.HTM
The Narnia Opportunity
http://www.christianitymagazine.co.uk/engine.cfm?i=92&id=421&arch=f
Tollers and Jack by Colin Duriez
Tolkien and Lewis made an odd couple, but the contributed profoundly to each others work.
C.S. Lewis, the Sneaky Pagan
The author of A Field Guide to Narnia says Lewis wove pre-Christian ideas into a story for a post-Christian culture.
C. S. Lewis and the Materialist Menace
Finding the Permanent in the Political: C. S. Lewis as a Political Thinker
Narnia Images
C.S. Lewis Photographs And Reminiscences Page
http://ic.net/~erasmus/RAZ402.HTM
Lewis And Narnia Image Gallergy
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Aegean/6002/gallery.html
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Creatures turned into stone!
(Image from:www.argonpromo.co.uk/ product.php/6544/173/ )
It is recommended that they are printed on grey card and given a covering of granite spray as available from a DIY store. The final effect achieved will be the appearance of creatures turned to stone by the White Witch! (Masks kindly provided by Henry Martin. Email: felixmartin@ukonline.co.uk)
Narnia Study and Discussion Questions
Discussion Questions
http://www.love2learn.net/literature/studyquestions/narnia.htm
Study Guides
http://narniaoutreach.com/freestudyguides.asp
(Image from: www.caseresources.org.uk)
http://www.narniaresources.com/vtrailer/
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© DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC. and WALDEN MEDIA, LLC. All rights reserved.
In the story, the Professor asks how we can know if Narnia does or doesn't exist?
(The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001, page 130)
How do you reason if the things you see, touch and experience are real and true?
Read pages 130 - 32 in The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001).
How do the Professor's words resonate with you?
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Narnia Prayer
A prayer for people who are searching (pdf)
http://www.life4seekers.co.uk/documents/10858_Case_Praye_001.EV9BXR_000.PDF
Spirituality and Prayer - an introduction
http://www.life4seekers.co.uk/spirituality-prayer/
Expression of Prayers
http://www.life4seekers.co.uk/spirituality-prayer/expressionofprayers.html
Prayer - getting started
http://www.life4seekers.co.uk/spirituality-prayer/gettingstarted.html
Colour illustration by Elizabeth Wang:The Littlest Prayer, Copyright (c) Radiant Light 2004. All rights reserved. www.radiantlight.org.uk
Quotation from the makers of this web page
Director of the Catholic Enquiry Office, Mgr Keith Barltrop said, “The story of Narnia is enchanting and has captivated the imagination of generations of children and adults. C.S. Lewis was a Christian and religious themes and symbols lie at the heart of the plot. The aim of our web resource is to provide fans with free and fun Narnia materials, but also to invite them to walk into the wardrobe and explore the Catholic faith.”
Explore the rest of our website about Catholic life and beliefs at: www.life4seekers.co.uk
Turkish Delight
In the story, the White Witch enchants Edmund by giving him magical Turkish Delight to eat? Will you be enchanted too?
(The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001, page 127)
http://thefoody.com/sweets/turkishdelight.html
http://www.world-recipes.info/turkey-turkish/turkish_delight.html
http://www.hookerycookery.com/xmas039.htm
(Image from: www.mrsbrowns.co.uk/ acatalog/CHOCOLATE_COVERE... )
Beer
In the story, Mr Beaver is partial to a drink of beer.
(Awaiting permission to publish the Mr Beaver text, The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis published by Harper Collins Publishers Ldt., 2001, page 143.)
Monks and Beer
http://www.beerhunter.com/documents/19133-000130.html
Chastity, Poverty and a Pint
http://www.beerhunter.com/documents/19133-000107.html
Beaver Street Brewery
http://www.beaverstreetbrewery.com/
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Narnia exists....with a patron saint!
You may be surprised to know that C. S. Lewis took the name of 'Narnia' from an ancient Roman town in the Italian province of Umbria.
Blessed Lucy of Narni and the stigmata
Stigmata is spontaneous manifestation of bloody wounds on a person's hands, feet, forehead and back - similar to the wounds of the crucified Jesus.
Narnia Competition 2 (Already won)
We have a box of quality Turkish Delight to give away as a prize!
Competition question: Who said that they had whole rooms full of Turkish Delight in their house?
E-mail your answers here and also submit your full name and postal address. The winning answers will be entered into a draw and the overall winners will be notified by the middle of December.
(Image used with permision from: http://www.narniaresources.com/webbanners.html).
© DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC. and WALDEN MEDIA, LLC. All rights reserved.
C.S. Lewis and the Catholic Church by Joseph Pearce
A selection of books available from the Catholic Company
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Guide to Narnia
http://www.aquinasandmore.com/index.cfm/FuseAction/store.ItemDetails/SKU/31215/Category/0/
Reading with the Heart: The Way into Narnia by Peter Schakel
The C S Lewis Chronicles by Colin Duriez
This is a biography, filled with intriguing and entertraining little-known Narnia trivia.
Rejesus - an informative and entertaining website about the person of Jesus Christ. Don't miss their Narnia page.
The C S Lewis Foundation
C. S. Lewis & The Inklings Resource Site
http://personal.bgsu.edu/~edwards/lewis.html
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The Official Disney Website
http://disney.go.com/disneypictures/narnia/
The Narnia Website
Narnia Outreach: an initiative of Catholic Outreach.com
http://www.narniaoutreach.com/
Narnia resources and downloads for Churches
Harper Collins - Narnia Books
http://www.harpercollinschildrensbooks.co.uk/
Life4seekers film page
http://www.life4seekers.co.uk/lifestylevalues/arts.html
C S Lewis: 20th Century Christian Knight (a very comprehensive resource)
http://ic.net/~erasmus/RAZ26.HTM
Apostles of Common Sense: The Prophetic Minds of G. K. Chesterton and C. S. Lewis
http://members.aol.com/_ht_a/dpinstitut/common_sense.html
A Collection of C S Lewis Quotations
http://socrates58.blogspot.com/2004_05_23_socrates58_archive.html#108568756325137273
"Hollywood Jesus"
http://www.hollywoodjesus.com/index.htm
Darton Longman Todd Publishers
http://www.darton-longman-todd.co.uk/
G K Chesterton Institute for Faith and Culture
http://academic.shu.edu/chesterton/
"I left the fairy tales lying on the floor of the nursery, and I have not found any books so sensible since." – G.K. Chesterton, "The Ethics of Elfland", Orthodoxy
http://www.secondspring.co.uk/fantasy/index.htm
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