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

Lewis Carroll

Editorial: DigiCat

Sinopsis

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.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Disponible desde: 10/11/2023.

Longitud de impresión: 166 páginas.

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