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 Intertextual in “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe”

Thesis: The main themes in the story, "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," are very similar

to the biblical one.

First and foremost, intertextuality refers to the existing relationship between texts. These

relationships mainly occur in literature works. The importance of intertextuality is that it fosters

reflection. The story "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" makes use of intertextuality.

Lewis, the author of the story, utilizes intertextuality to reflect the culture, Myths in Greek

society, war, and aspects of Christianity.

First and foremost, the main aim of Lewis's work was to introduce evil actions. He creates a

picture of how evil actions envisions a loss of innocence. This gives humans more so the

audience an opportunity to reflect on human redemption. The author made the story enjoyable by

using mythical creatures to create a fantasy in the story. The reflections are passed in a more

exciting manner and more imaginable way. The story presents an opportunity for the audience to

perceive faith in a different way. Lewis also utilizes Biblical encounters and principles to

communicate sin, repentance, salvation, and self-sacrifice.

 References

Brennan, M. (1994).The Lion, the Witch, and the Allegory: An Analysis of Selected Narnia

Chronicles. [online] Into the Wardrobe – C.S Lewis Site.