The article discusses the potential inspiration of a lamppost in north London for a famous scene in C.S. Lewis's 'The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe'. Author Maureen Paton presented the theory that the lamppost may have stood outside St Jude's-on-the-Hill, where Lewis preached during WWII. This theory has gained attention and excitement from local clergy, indicating the lamppost's possible significance in Lewis's work. The connection highlights the intersection of Lewis's life experiences and his literary creations, as explored in Paton's upcoming crime series.
"Since it was the only London church where Lewis preached... that suggests he held St Jude's in particularly high regard," says Maureen, highlighting how significant the location might have been for Lewis.
Maureen came across the north London contender while researching her new crime series C.S.Lewis investigates; The Mystery at Rake Hall, uncovering potential inspirations for Narnia's lamppost.
The idea of a possible connection has been welcomed as 'exciting' by St Jude's Vicar the Reverend Emily Kolltveit, showing local interest in Lewis's legacy.
The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe was published in 1950... believing the lamppost at St Jude's may have inspired the iconic scene is an intriguing proposition.
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