The End of a World

This is a not-for-profit fan tribute to the book 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘯'𝘴 𝘕𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘦𝘸 (1955) by C.S. Lewis. I do not claim any ownership. [Verse] Blood-red sun Charn's final breath A planet steeped in silent death A queen’s word, a curse so dire Life consumed by light and fire [Chorus] Charn now ashes, void and grey Burned out world in disarray Yet the stars shall burn anew Creation born when life withdrew [Verse] Ringing bell, a trap and snare World destroyed beneath despair Victory sought yet wrought ruin Power's cost, its user's undoing [Bridge] Listen lo, a lion's call Light of hope to mend the fall Light and song a world takes form Beauty risen from the storm [Chorus] Charn now ashes, void and grey Burned out world in disarray Yet the stars shall burn anew Creation born when life withdrew [Verse] Tree of life and seed in hand Brand new world, a verdant land Ancient song, creation’s hymn Light beats back the cold and dim [Instrumental] [Verse] Tree of life and seed in hand Brand new world, a verdant land Ancient song, creation’s hymn Light beats back the cold and dim