Alice in Wonderland (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)

Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket

When Alice tumbles down a rabbit hole, she's thrust into a bizarre and captivating world where the rules of reality no longer apply. In Wonderland, she meets an array of eccentric characters, from a grinning Cheshire Cat to a mad tea party hosted by the Hatter. As Alice navigates this unpredictable realm, she faces riddles, challenges, and strange transformations, all while trying to make sense of the nonsense around her. With each encounter, she discovers more about herself and the peculiar world she's fallen into.

The 1865 evergreen classic by Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland, is a cornerstone of children's literature, breaking new ground with its imaginative narrative and playful use of language. The novel's inventive world of Wonderland and its eccentric characters challenged the conventions of Victorian literature, influencing the genre of fantasy for generations to come. Carroll's work is celebrated for its linguistic creativity, introducing concepts like "nonsense" literature and pioneering literary techniques that continue to resonate in modern storytelling. The book's enduring appeal is evident in its countless adaptations and its lasting impact on both literature and popular culture.

Author: Lewis Carroll
Publisher: Revive Classics
Published: 11/05/2024
Pages: 100
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9781998621132
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Carroll, Lewis: - Lewis Carroll, born Charles Lutwidge Dodgson in 1832, was a brilliant Victorian-era scholar and mathematician who lectured at Christ Church, Oxford. His passion for logic and puzzles is reflected in his famous works Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, where he masterfully blended fantasy with precise wordplay. These imaginative tales became timeless classics due to their unique combination of whimsy and mathematical logic. Carroll's ability to craft intricate, playful worlds has ensured his enduring place in literary history.Carroll's close bond with the Liddell family, especially young Alice Liddell, played a significant role in shaping his writing. During a boating trip with the Liddells in 1862, he first conceived the story that would become Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. With encouragement from Alice, Carroll expanded the tale into a full novel, published in 1865, which became an immediate success. The sequel, Through the Looking-Glass, further established Carroll as a leading figure in children's literature, celebrated for his fantastical characters and clever use of nonsensical language.Beyond literature, Carroll was a skilled photographer, particularly known for his portraits of children, which captured the innocence and imagination of the Victorian age. His talents extended to mathematics, and his contributions in both fields have solidified his reputation as a true Renaissance man. Carroll's work has inspired generations of readers, and his influence continues to resonate in literature and culture today. Despite his often private and complex life, his imaginative legacy remains profound and far-reaching.

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