Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Alice Through the Looking-Glass: Illustrated Edition

Lewis Carroll's iconic works, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and its sequel "Alice Through the Looking-Glass," offer an intricate exploration of the absurdities of logic and the fluidity of reality. Through whimsical prose and delightful wordplay, Carroll constructs a fantastical landscape that challenges both the conventions of Victorian literature and the very nature of childhood innocence. The narrative is characterized by its dreamlike qualities, linguistic inventions, and illogical encounters, reflecting the complexities of growing up and the quest for identity within a bewildering world. Born Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, Lewis Carroll was an Oxford mathematician, logician, and photographer. His dual identity as a scholar and a whimsical storyteller uniquely positioned him to craft narratives that melded intellectual rigor with playful imagination. Inspired by his relationships with children, particularly with Alice Liddell, Carroll infused his works with themes of curiosity and exploration, mirroring the tensions between childhood wonder and societal expectations. This enduring classic is essential for any reader, both young and old, as it invites them to venture into a world of fantasy where curiosity reigns supreme. Carroll's masterful narrative offers layers of meaning that resonate with contemporary themes, making it a recommended read for those who seek both enjoyment and intellectual engagement.

© 2023 DigiCat (E-bog): 8596547717539

Release date

E-bog: 10. november 2023