Book details
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Description
"ALICE'S ADVENTURES 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.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
16 pages
Why to read
- Classic Tale with a Fresh Perspective: Helen Oxenbury's illustrated version of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' brings a modern and accessible approach to the timeless story, making it appealing for both children and adults who may be experiencing Alice's journey for the first time or revisiting it.
- Award-Winning Illustrations: Helen Oxenbury is a highly acclaimed illustrator, and her work in this edition has garnered praise for its charm and creativity. Her illustrations provide a visual depth to the narrative that can enhance the reading experience and ignite the imagination.
- Cultural Significance: 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' is a seminal work in the canon of English literature. Reading this version can provide insight into the novel's ongoing influence on popular culture, literature, and the arts, as well as its themes of identity, reality, and logic.
- Engaging Reading Experience: The combination of Lewis Carroll's whimsical writing and Helen Oxenbury's engaging illustrations ensures that readers of all ages will find joy and wonder in the pages of this book. It's an invitation to a world of adventure and absurdity that has delighted readers for generations.