Skip to product information
1 of 7

Kittys Tales

The Chronicles of Narnia C. S. Lewis True First Edition Omnibus 1998 Vintage Children's Book

The Chronicles of Narnia C. S. Lewis True First Edition Omnibus 1998 Vintage Children's Book

Regular price $163.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $163.00 USD
Sale Sold out
* Worldwide Delivery, Gift Wrapping & Free UK Shipping.

In stock

First Edition, First Printing and the very first time "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C. S. Lewis appeared together in a Single Volume Collectable Hardback Edition of all seven of his fabulous vintage Narnia children's books. This excellent vintage book is otherwise published exactly as all the first edition books were, with the classic original black and white line drawn illustrations by Pauline Baynes. 

First Published in 1998 this is the first print with full number line of this handsome edition complete with all seven of C. S. Lewis' greatest children's books, 'The Chronicles of Narnia'.

The glossy pictorial boards feature the famous map of Narnia created by Pauline Baynes as does the scarce jacket often lost from this volume. 

This famous series of children's fantasy books, chronicles the adventures of the Pevensie children in the magical land of Narnia and their interactions with the mystical being Aslan in the form of an adorable large golden lion has gone down in history as one of the greatest children's fantasy epics of the 20th century. And it paved the way for inventions such as Harry Potter and a whole world of wonderful characters in the best children's fantasy fiction.

This book of course, contains the entire Narnia series of children's books: "The Magician's Nephew", "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe", "The Horse and His Boy", "Prince Caspian", "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader", "The Silver Chair" and the tumultuous finale "The Last Battle". 

This is a lovely collectable edition quite hard to find a first printing now in excellent condition with the original wrapper. A standard book size not an oversized volume so easy on the hands to read. It is not inscribed and despite being a quarter of a century old is nearly as fresh as the day it was published and perfectly gift-worthy as a vintage book lover's gift. 

A convenient book for an exciting story time marathon in the magical world of Narnia and a lovely heirloom edition that your child or yourself will treasure. 

All the books we sell in our online bookshop ship carefully boxed and gift-wrapped to delight their new owners and buying vintage of course, is a sustainable action. 

NB: Photos show actual book for sale we do not use stock images

  • USED BOOK: Vintage & Sustainable

Kittys Reader Notes & Book Snippet

Kitty's Notes:

This endearing series of children's fantasy tales was written by Clive Staples Lewis, an eminent Oxford Professor inspired during his connection with the famous literary society "The Inklings". A group that included luminaries such as J. R. R. Tolkien.

The gentle and lovely children's fantasy tales started with the little girl Lucy Pevensie hiding in a wardrobe, with his masterpiece of children's fantasy fiction 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' that was first published in 1950.

This omnibus edition combines all the wonderful Narnia tales and is actually quite hard to find in such bright fresh condition as this and the true first printing by Harper Collins, not a lesser book club edition.

A great one to add to a collection of important vintage children's books and the pleasure is all yours if you read it, especially together with a child.

Book Excerpt from "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C. S. Lewis:

"When Clive Staples Lewis, an eminent Oxford professor, wrote a book about a faun carrying an umbrella in snowy wood, a queen on a sledge and a magnificent lion, he couldn't have dreamed that it wouuld become one of the most famous and well- loved stories of all time. Like Lucy, who steps into a wardrobe and suddenly finds herself in a snowy land of fauns, centaurs, nymphs and talking animals, and the beautiful but cruel White Witch who has held an icy grip for a hundred years, one cannot help being irrevocably drawn into the magic of Narnia.

Six further Chronicles followed the success of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and they are among the most remarkable fantasy novels ever written - journeys to the depths of the earth and to the end of the world, escapes across deserts, and battles with cruel nations, usurping uncles and evil enchantresses.

Lewis's superb skill lies in combining fantasy with what feels utterly real, for in Narnia blossom is whiter and wilder, the wine- tastes sweeter, and the stars burn brighter; and it is there that the depth of one's courage, one's humanity and one's humour - is found. Aslan, the great Lion, is the golden link between the Chronicles; by turns majestic and compassionate, wise and playful, he is Narnia's creator and saviour, and draws the story to its dramatic finale in The Last Battle.

The seven Chronicles of Narnia continue to captivate readers of all ages and are here gathered together in one impressive volume, They follow Lewis's recommended order of reading, and each chapter is introduced with illustration by the original artist, Pauline Baynes. This definitive collection is published in honour of the one hundred years of C.S.Lewis, one of the most famous figures of the twentieth century."

ILLUSTRATED: Pauline Baynes' orginal illustrations in black and white

BOOK HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Hardback
  • Vintage Children's Book
  • First Edition

BOOK ERA:

  • 1990's Vintage Children's Books

Tempted to buy this collectable vintage book?

It has been specially selected and reviewed personally by Kitty for good quality and its individual appeal.

Take advantage of our:

Free UK Shipping & Reliable International tracked shipping rates for your online book buys.

Author Bio & Publication

Clive Staples Lewis ( Browse more books by C. S. Lewis in this dedicated author page

The Chronicles of Narnia series were all originally illustrated by artist Pauline Baynes.

C.S. Lewis wrote 'The Chronicles of Narnia' the series with the best loved children's classic fantasy novel 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'.

Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers
Date: 1998
Edition: First Edition (Full number line)
Binding: Hardback
Dust Jacket: Yes

Condition Notes: EXCELLENT

This vintage C. S. Lewis first edition omnibus complete with all of "The Chronicles of Narnia" is in excellent previously treasured condition.

All the pages are sharp and clean with no messy graffiti or inscriptions of any kind just very slightly tanned with age to the exterior of the text block.

Glossy pictorial binding under the attractive dust jacket is in excellent condition with just a few tiny wrinkles to the top and bottom of the spine. A small wrinkle to the inner flap that is not price clipped.

A small foxed patch to the bottom rear interior of the back of the dust jacket that does not stain or penetrate anywhere and is not visible on the glossy exterior of the dust jacket anywhere.

No stains or marks or foxing on any of the pages or text block which is still tight with the mildest of shelfwear.

Excellent vintage collectable C. S. Lewis first edition omnibus hardback book ideal gift for a little bookworm or collectable classic for your bookshelf.

Please remember this vintage book has been loved before and is graded taking this into consideration.

*Vibrancy of item's photograph colours may vary due to your device screen or brightness settings.

SIZE: Height 26 cms x Width 20 cms.
FORMAT: Hardback
PAGES: 175

Shipping & Returns

Shipping is Free for all book purchases delivered in the UK.

Free Giftwrapping all items ship with our standard complementary gift wrap.

International Shipping

Tracked and Fully Insured.

  • Rates are calculated at checkout based on weight and location.
  • Checkout will calculate combined shipping rates for multiple purchases added to the cart together.
  • All the vintage children's books, fiction and fantasy books we have for sale, ship from our online UK book shop.
  • Any queries please contact us

UK Returns Accepted within 30 days from date of delivery. Customer pays return postage.

See our Return Policy and Guarantee or our FAQ page

SKU:KT-Com-233FE611

View full details
  • Kittys Tales delivery. Cute cat on a bicycle with basket of flowers and binoculars waving.

    Free Shipping in the UK

    We offer free shipping in the UK and ship internationally at cost. All our items are packed with care for their journey to you.

  • "You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me." C.S. Lewis. Kittys Tales Complementary gift wrap label with pictures of wrapped gifts.

    Complimentary Gift Wrap

    We offer a free gift wrapping service with all our items. Please enter any special requests in the cart note or contact us.

  • Kittys Tales returns and guarantee. Line drawing of fox carrying a book in its mouth.

    Full Guarantee

    At Kittys Tales we want you to be thrilled with your purchases. All our items come with a full guarantee and we accept returns within 30 days.

    Our Guarantee 
  • Kittys tales offer friendly service. Young girl dancing with cat in a jolly manner.

    Friendly and Approachable Service

    We are a small and friendly independent bookshop who pride ourselves on the personal touch. If you have any queries please contact us.

    Contact Us