Through the Looking-Glass - Couverture souple

Carroll, Lewis

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1616402245 ISBN 13 : 9781616402242

Editeur : Cosimo Classics, 2010

Synopsis

In 1865, English author CHARLES LUTWIDGE DODGSON (1832-1898), aka Lewis Carroll, wrote a fantastical adventure story for the young daughters of a friend. The adventures of Alice-named for one of the little girls to whom the book was dedicated-who journeys down a rabbit hole and into a whimsical underworld realm instantly struck a chord with the British public, and then with readers around the world. In 1872, in reaction to the universal acclaim *Alice's Adventures in Wonderland* received, Dodgson published this sequel. Nothing is quite what it seems once Alice journeys through the looking-glass, and Dodgson's wit is infectious as he explores concepts of mirror imagery, time running backward, and strategies of chess-all wrapped up in the exploits of a spirited young girl who parries with the Red Queen, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, and other unlikely characters. In many ways, this sequel has had an even greater impact on today's pop culture than the first book. This unabridged replica edition features the original illustrations by English artist SIR JOHN TENNIEL (1820-1914), and is a treasured addition to any library.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Pruned to something less than half the original (using only Carroll's language), with chess moves, verse, chaptering, and main events intact: an abridgement that may find some use as an introduction, though any child who enjoys it should be steered to a complete edition. It's not true--despite Ross's otherwise sensible introduction--that all the humor is here (where are the ``six impossible things before breakfast''?); but his forthrightly honest approach (even the title page reads ``Abridged & Illustrated by...'' in caps) merits some indulgence, while even purists will enjoy comparing his witty, freely rendered caricatures with Tenniel's elegantly limned art--which Ross's frequently parodies. (Fiction. 6+) -- Copyright (c)1993, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Through the Looking Glass is complete and unabridged, written by legendary author Lewis Carroll is widely considered to be one of the greatest books of all time. This great classic will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, Through the Looking Glass is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic literature, this gem by Lewis Carroll is highly recommended. Published by Classic Books International and beautifully produced, Through the Looking Glass: Complete and Unabridged would make an ideal gift and it should be a part of everyone's personal library.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Cosimo Classics
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1616402245
• ISBN 13: 9781616402242
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 122
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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