JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nymphs and their Ways: Mr Tumnus's Bookshelf.

  • Published In: Gramarye, 2025, n. 27. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bloomfield, Jem 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the significance of the books on Mr. Tumnus's shelf in C.S. Lewis's *The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe*, highlighting how they contribute to the worldbuilding of Narnia. The titles, such as *Nymphs and Their Ways* and *Men, Monks and Gamekeepers: A Study in Popular Legend*, reflect a blend of mythological and folkloric themes, suggesting a rich cultural backdrop within the narrative. The discussion also touches on the characters' perceptions of humans, illustrating how Narnians might view them as elusive beings, and emphasizes the interplay between fantasy and reality in Lewis's storytelling. Ultimately, the bookshelf serves as a clever device that invites readers to reflect on their own identities and the nature of myth. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Gramarye. 2025/06, Issue 27, p26
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:20502915
  • Accession Number:186310817
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