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Delve into this stunning collector’s edition boasting the complete and unabridged versions of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass is unabridged and complete, and includes both Alice books. Follow Alice on her fanciful journey down the rabbit hole and through the mirror where she meets friends and foes like the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, the Jabberwock, and the Caterpillar! This collectible edition of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass features: The original 90+ wood-engraved illustrations by John Tenniel Unabridged text An introduction by English literature scholar Jennifer Garlen Enhance your home library with this wonder-filled collectible classic. Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include: Anne of Green Gables, Dracula, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations, and The Republic.

Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland Lewis Carroll - Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel by English author Lewis Carroll (the pseudonym of Charles Dodgson). It tells of a young girl named Alice, who falls through a rabbit hole into a subterranean fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. One of the best-known and most popular works of English-language fiction, its narrative, structure, characters and imagery have been enormously influential in popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. The work has never been out of print and has been translated into at least 97 languages.Its ongoing legacy encompasses many adaptations for stage, screen, radio, art, ballet, theme parks, board games and video games. Carroll published a sequel in 1871, titled Through the Looking-Glass, and a shortened version for young children, The Nursery "Alice", in 1890.

Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Red Queen and the White Rabbit all make their appearances, and are now familiar figures in writing, conversation and idiom. So too are Carroll''s delightful verses such as The Walrus and the Carpenter and the inspired jargon of that masterly Wordsworthian parody, The Jabberwocky. Through the Looking-Glass invites readers on a whimsical journey through Lewis Carroll''s imaginative world. Join Alice as she steps through the looking-glass into a realm of nonsensical encounters and mind-bending puzzles. Carroll’s clever wordplay and fantastical storytelling will delight readers of all ages. A sequel to the beloved Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland.

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Die berühmte Fortsetzung von Lewis Carrolls Kinderbuch "Alice im Wunderland" als Fremdsprachentext im englischen Original mit den 50 Original-Illustrationen von John Tenniel. The famous second part of »Alice in Wonderland«, illustrated by John Tenniel: Alice climbs through a mirror into a curious wonderland. Everything there is reversed - even the logic: Whoever runs, does not come from the spot. Whoever approaches something moves away from it. And lifeless chess pieces are brought to life - as well as the characters from funny nursery rhymes. In this land she gets into a great chess game and sets off to become a queen. On her adventurous journey she meets the strange twins Tweedledum and Tweedledee, Humpty Dumpty, Queens and Knights and Kings.

Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (1871) is a novel by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), the sequel to Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland (1865). It is based on his meeting with another Alice, Alice Raikes. Set some six months later than the earlier book, Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. Though not quite as popular as Wonderland, Through the Looking-Glass includes such celebrated verses as "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", and the episode involving Tweedledum and Tweedledee.

Lewis Carroll was a prominent author of the Victorian age, having not only written the Alice novels, but also varied works such as mathematical treatises, poetry and short stories. This comprehensive eBook presents Carroll’s complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 4) * Illustrated with hundreds of images relating to Carroll’s life and works * Annotated with concise introductions to the novels and other works * ALL the novels have their original Victorian illustrations – spend hours exploring the original Alice images and rarer images available nowhere else * The original version of ALICE’S ADVENTURES UNDER GROUND, with Carroll’s unique illustrations * Sir John Tenniel’s original illustrations for ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND * Includes rare poetry collections available in no other eBook * Special alphabetical list of poems * Images of how the novels first appeared * Carroll’s mathematical works * Four biographies – explore Carroll’s fascinating life in detail! * Ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres, allowing easy navigation around Carroll’s diverse oeuvre * UPDATED with improved texts, mathematical works and more images CONTENTS: The Novels Alice’s Adventures Under Ground (1865) Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Alice’s Adventures (1865) Through the Looking-Glass (1871) Sylvie and Bruno (1889) Sylvie and Bruno Concluded (1893) The Shorter Fiction A Tangled Tale (1885) Miscellaneous Short Fiction The Poetry Collections Early Verse Prologues to Plays College Rhymes and Notes by an Oxford Chiel (1868) Phantasmagoria and Other Poems (1869) Puzzles from Wonderland (1871) The Hunting of the Snark (1874) Three Sunsets and Other Poems (1898) Acrostics, Inscriptions and Other Verses The Poems List of Poems in Chronological Order List of Poems in Alphabetical Order The Non-Fiction Condensation of Determinants (1866) The Alphabet Cipher (1868) The Game of Logic (1887) Eight or Nine Wise Words about Letter-Writing (1890) Symbolic Logic (1896) Feeding the Mind (1907) The Biographies The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll (1898) by Stuart Dodgson Collingwood The Story of Lewis Carroll (1899) by Isa Bowman Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1901) by Edward Verrall Lucas Lewis Carroll in Wonderland and at Home (1910) by Belle Moses Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse our other titles

Lewis Carroll''s "Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland" is an iconic work in classic British literature. Carroll''s unique blend of whimsy, absurdity, and clever wordplay have made it one of the most widely read and loved Lewis Carroll books. In this fantastical narrative, readers follow Alice, a young girl who falls down a rabbit hole into Wonderland, a realm of outlandish characters and nonsensical rules. The novel''s vibrant and imaginative setting and characters have established it as a quintessential fantasy adventure story. Alice''s encounters with the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts, and other remarkable characters present a wide array of memorable episodes, all bound together by Alice''s exploration of this strange world. As such, the novel stands as an enduring favorite among children''s adventure tales. "Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland" also offers depth beyond its surface absurdity. Carroll''s play with logic, language, and societal norms through the lens of Alice''s experiences provides a sharp and humorous critique, a characteristic feature of Victorian social satire. In addition, the narrative stands as an interesting exploration of childhood and its fleeting nature, making it a thoughtful addition to coming-of-age stories. Alice''s transformation from a naive child to a more self-assured individual capable of standing up to the Queen mirrors the trials and triumphs inherent in growing up. From the infamous ''drink me'' potion to the final chaotic trial, Carroll''s "Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland" serves up a delightful and thought-provoking exploration of identity, curiosity, and the bounds of reality. The novel remains a cherished classic, fascinating readers with its fantastic landscapes, its eccentric characters, and its imaginative and witty narrative.

Facsimile of Carroll''s holograph version, with his own illustrations, accompanied by some other short printed items by Carroll; original manuscript now in the British Library.

When Through the Looking Glass was published in 1871 as a sequel to the previous masterpiece, Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland readers were as delighted with that book as they were with Lewis Carroll''s previous volume. In the topsy-turvy world that lies beyond the looking-glass,Through the Mirror, and what Alice found there is a novel by Lewis Carroll published in 1871, the sequel to Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland. It is inspired by his encounter with another Alice - Alice Raix. The story takes place six months after the previous book, where Alice enters again into a fictional world, this time climbing through a mirror to the world behind her.Original Publish Date: December 27, 1871Author: Lewis CarrollPages: 167Characters: Alice, Red Queen, Tweedledum, White QueenGenres: fiction, children''s literature

How is this book unique? Font adjustments & biography included Unabridged (100% Original content) Illustrated About Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll Alice in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre. Its narrative course and structure, characters and imagery have been enormously influential in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (1871) is a novel by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), the sequel to Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland (1865). Set some six months later than the earlier book, Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. Through the Looking-Glass includes such celebrated verses as "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", and the episode involving Tweedledum and Tweedledee.

In this sequel to Alice''s adventures in Wonderland, Alice goes through the mirror to find a strange world where curious adventures await her.

Alice''s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll

When Alice follows a busy white rabbit down a rabbit hole she enters a strange world of make believe.