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This December, Disney will release its film adaptation of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. That seems like a very good excuse to listen to all of the books in the C.S. Lewis classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia, starting with The Magician's Nephew. Often considered a prequel to the series, this title gives listeners the history of Narnia and sets the stage for the future epic conflict between good and evil. Kenneth Branagh does a grand job with this four hour, unabridged title. Especially entertaining is his rendition of all the animals of Narnia, giving each a distinctive voice. If you've never experienced Narnia, listen to the beginning of this inspiring adventure and I'll bet you won't be able to stop.