When the first Narnia movie came out, I decided to read the books because I loved the movie. I started with The Magician's Nephew, even though it was not the first in the movie series. I was a bit disappointed. I think that I was expecting the four children from The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, and then was confused when it was a completely different set of characters. I remember wanting to kick Uncle Andrew in the shins through out the whole book. (Very childish response, I know. But it is a children's book, so I feel justified.)
Hopefully rereading it now, when I have not seen the movies in quite a while, will help me to like it more. I love the other books in the Narnia series, and would like to feel the same about this one. I started reading earlier today, and a quote jumped out at me. I will do a notable moment also, I just wanted to comment on this also.
- "Oh, I see. You mean that little boys ought to keep their promises. Very true: most right and proper, I'm sure, and I'm very glad you have been taught to do it. But of course you must understand that rules of that sort, however excellent they may be for little boys - and servants - and women - and even people in general, can't possibly be expected to apply to profound students and great thinkers and sages. No, Digory. Men like me, who possess hidden wisdom, are freed from common pleasures. ours, my boy, is a high and lonely destiny."page 21
Where would we be if everyone in the world considered himself/herself to be above the rules. Uncle Andrew reminded me of the Phoenix when I read this quote. Neither thinks of the consequences of their actions (such as setting fire to a theater or making a little girl disappear). Even though Uncle Andrew is not a magical being, I am going to try to pay attention to any other times he may act like the Phoenix.
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