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C. S. LewisThe Silver Chair
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1953A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis follows two English schoolchildren, Eustace Scrubb and Jill Pole, who venture into the magical land of Narnia. Tasked by the lion Aslan to find the missing Prince Rilian, they journey with the Marsh-wiggle Puddleglum through a series of treacherous adventures, including encounters with giants and the cunning Lady of the Green Kirtle, eventually facing the challenges of the Underworld.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
C. S. Lewis's The Silver Chair captivates with its imaginative and adventurous narrative, beloved by readers for its rich, fantastical elements and character development. However, some critics note that it can feel darker and more introspective compared to earlier installments in the series. Overall, it's a compelling continuation of the Chronicles of Narnia.
Who Should Read The Silver Chair?
Fans of sweeping, imaginative adventures will enjoy The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis. Ideal for readers who loved J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit or J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, this book appeals to those captivated by richly developed fantasy worlds, memorable characters, and themes of bravery and friendship.
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Novel • Fiction
Narnia • Fantasy world
1953
Middle grade
9-12 years
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