Lewis Reflected His World

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OREM -- C.S. Lewis' creation of the mythical world of Narnia -- the setting for the adventures of four children, a wicked witch and a powerful lion -- was a reflection of his educational experiences in the worlds of Oxford and Cambridge universities, says Brigham Young University associate professor of history, Paul Kerry.

Kerry believes Lewis was able to create a magical yet believable world because of his day-to-day experiences among the castle-like colleges of England, where he both attended and taught.

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Lewis Reflected His World

The author of the beloved series, "The Chronicles of Narnia," is coming back into the limelight thanks to the upcoming movie, "The Lion, The Wit...

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