Books like Boxen by C.S. Lewis
Boxen is a fascinating glimpse into the early creative mind of C.S. Lewis. The volume brings together his childhood maps, histories and sketches, together with short stories that populate his imaginary realm of Boxen, also called Animal‑Land. A scholarly introduction sets the stories within the context of Lewis’s life, offering readers insight into the formative influences that would later shape his renowned works.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: C.S. Lewis
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