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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: 100 years edition

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: 100 years edition

Published in
1865
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Description

Journey with Alice down the rabbit hole into a world of wonder where oddities, logic and wordplay rule supreme. Encounter characters like the grinning Cheshire Cat who can vanish into thin air, the cryptic Mad Hatter who speaks in riddles and the harrowing Queen of Hearts obsessed with the phrase "Off with their heads!" This is a land where rules have no boundaries, eating mushrooms will make you grow or shrink, croquet is played with flamingos and hedgehogs, and exorbitant trials are held for the theft of tarts. Amidst these absurdities, Alice will have to find her own way home.Alice's Adventures in Wonderland began as a story told to three little girls in a rowboat, near Oxford. Ten year old Alice Liddell asked to have the story written down and two years later it was published with immediate success. Carroll's unique play on logic has undoubtedly led to its lasting appeal to adults, while remaining one of the most beloved children's tales of all time. This edition is complete with all 42 original illustrations by Sir John Tenniel.This cloth-bound book includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket, and is limited to 100 copies.
Age
7-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
108 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Celebration of a Classic: The '100 years edition' marks a significant milestone in the history of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland,' inviting readers to celebrate over a century of influence and enjoyment that this timeless tale has offered to generations of readers.
  • Unique Features: This special edition may include forewords, annotations, or illustrations that provide additional context and enrich the reading experience, offering insights into Lewis Carroll's world and the period when the book was first published.
  • Collectible Value: For fans of literature and collectors of classic books, the '100 years edition' of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' is likely to be a valuable addition to their collection, with potential unique cover art or design elements commemorating the centennial.
  • Cultural Significance: Reading this edition provides an opportunity to reflect on the enduring legacy of Lewis Carroll's work, its impact on children's literature, and its influence on popular culture, including art, film, and theater, over the past century.