Aslan's Call: Finding Our Way to Narnia (Paperback)

by Mark Eddy Smith (Author) "I am told there is a lion who wants to meet with me..." (more)
Key Phrases: Chronicles of Narnia, Dawn Treader, Prince Caspian (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
This breezy personal narrative by a man obviously in love with magical representations of biblical stories is part exegetical reflection and part personal spiritual memoir. Smith, a graphic designer for InterVarsity Press and author of the popular Tolkien's Ordinary Virtues, offers his interpretation of the characters and events found in C.S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia and then some. Embedded within his Chronicles interpretations are stories of his own moments of spiritual enlightenment—such as when his feral cat-buddy Fernando leapt to greet him on his balcony one day, showing him what it was like to feel deeply loved in the way that Aslan loves. These heartfelt, essay-style reflections have only one drawback—in most cases, readers must already be familiar with and fascinated by the Narnia characters to appreciate Smith's analysis. For Smith, Aslan is a Christ figure who hides his true nature and name because "too many people in this age have become confused and roll their eyes at the mere mention." In the character of Aslan, Smith finds "words of comfort, acceptance and challenge." The children in the Chronicles represent our own childlike journeys through dangerous and difficult adventures. This book is likely to resonate deeply with Christian fans of Lewis, especially ones keen on making connections between the Chronicles and the story of Jesus. (May)

Product Description
I'm told there is a lion who wants to meet with me. I am told that he is fierce and unpredictable and very large. I have known about him for most of my life, and at times I've believed I caught a glimpse of his shadow, but I have yet to actually meet him face to face. His name is Aslan, and it's possible that you've heard of him. C. S. Lewis has created a wonderful place, a place where anything can happen. Even the stones can talk. In Aslan's Call, Mark Eddy Smith shows you how--in this fanciful world--you can discover the truest reality. In the children who travel to Narnia you can find yourself. In Aslan you can find Christ. And in the place of Narnia you can find the very adventure for which God made you.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 127 pages
• Publisher: InterVarsity Press (May 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830832424
• ISBN-13: 978-0830832422
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,235,254 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unraveling Narnia , February 7, 2006

By	L. A. Brentt - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I loved this book. Mark Eddy Smiths breakdown of the stories of Narnia and their significance and symbolism to Christianity is excellent. His writing is succinct and declarative without overly simplifying the concepts. He interjects humour where appropriate and keeps an easy to read text. I originally got this book from the library but I want my own copy...so amazon here I am.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved Aslan's Call, March 27, 2007

By	Helen E. Clark "Helen E. Clark" (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am really glad I bought this book. it really helped bring the Chronicles into perspective for me in a much better way. The author just had a way of explaining it all that was great. I totally recommend this book...Aslan's Call: Finding Our Way to NarniaThe Chronicles of Narnia: The Signature Edition (Narnia)Companion to Narnia, Revised Edition: A Complete Guide to the Magical World of C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia40 Carats

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, June 15, 2006

By	Lola Schneider "Lola" (Israel) - See all my reviews

This is a very good book. The author tells the stories and helps readers make the connections between the stories of Narnia and Christianity in a very clear and concise manner. For very young children, however, I recommend Kenneth McIntosh's Finding Aslan: A Book of Devotions for Children Based Upon the Chronicles of Narnia. They complement each other well.