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Fantasy· United Kingdom

Boxen

by C. S. Lewis
Aggregate Editorial Score35/100
#18,250of 99,626 books
Publishers Weekly
Published 1985English
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C. S. Lewis's Boxen (1985) stands as one of the most significant works of fantasy of its era. A beloved work of fantasy, Boxen by C. S. Lewis (1985) has enchanted generations of readers with its magical storytelling.

Book Details

AuthorC. S. Lewis
Published1985
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category🐉 Fantasy
ISBN0002150484
Editorial Score35/100
About the Category

🐉 Fantasy

Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

Boxen by C. S. Lewis sits within the tradition of fantasy that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1985 in United Kingdom, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. Critics and institutions have consistently placed Boxen among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 35/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. Readers coming to Boxen for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, C. S. Lewis occupies a significant position. Boxen is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Publishers Weekly
notable · national
198535
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About the Author
C. S. Lewis
United Kingdom
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C.S. Lewis is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of fantasy.

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Boxen was written by C. S. Lewis, first published in 1985. C. S. Lewis is recognized as a significant author in the field of fantasy.

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Boxen is classified as Fantasy. Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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