The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe central ideas

Can you give me please two  or more central ideas of the novel (The Lion , The Witch and The Wardrobe) and the developed of each one including how the characters interact?

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This is a thematic question. I might consider forgiveness one major idea or theme. When Edmund is rescued from certain death at the hand of the White Witch, he has a long talk with Aslan, the contents of which no one knows except for the lion and Edmund. Edmund is forgiven by Aslan, as well as his brother and sisters, all of whom agree that the past is the past. The supreme act of forgiveness and self-sacrifice is made by Aslan, who accepts death at the hand of the White Witch in Edmund's place. He believes that Edmund's life is worth dying for, in spite of his past actions. Lewis appears to believe that forgiveness for past mistakes is the way that relationships heal and strengthen. It is also the foundation for a strong community.

Courage is another central idea to consider. Peter and Edmund both come of age by translating their specific skills into remarkable acts of courage, particularly in battle. Peter exhibits his valor by killing the grey wolf, and Edmund shows his courage by making the most of the clean slate he has been given, smashing the White Witch's wand during the last battle. Aslan knights both boys in order to reward their bravery. Aslan is another example of a courageous character, because he faces death without turning his back on his promise.

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