With an introduction and notes by michael irwin, professor of english literature, university of kent at canterbury. Of course, alice in wonderland has never been out of print and there are over one hundred english versions of this classic book. It tells of a girl named alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. High quality alice in wonderland inspired spiral notebooks by independent. Red leatherette finish cover with gold gilt letters. Join alice as she stumbles down a rabbit hole in this literary classic. Alices adventures in wonderland classic books read. Alices 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. Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank, and of having nothing to do. Alices adventures in wonderland, widely beloved british childrens book by.
This selection of carrolls works includes alices adventures in wonderland and its sequel, through the lookingglass, both containing the famous illustrations by sir john tenniel. When a white rabbit passes by alice decides to follow it and when the rabbit pops down a large rabbit hole, well alice follows as well. One normal summer day, alice is sitting on the riverbank when a big, white, talking rabbit runs past. Alices adventures in wonderland and other stories barnes. Alices adventures in wonderland 7 of second time round, she came upon a low curtain she had not noticed before, and behind it was a little door about fifteen inches high. Shop for alice in wonderland book online at target. Buy alices adventures in wonderland 01 by lewis carroll isbn. The 4 best alice in wonderland inspired books alice in wonderland is near and dear to many readers hearts. Alice in wonderland by carroll, pocket classics abebooks. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. It tells of a young girl named alice falling through a rabbit hole into a subterranean fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures.
Fans of lewis carrolls alice in wonderland book series will have plenty to absorb them. It is as charming as it was when i read it first time, maybe i am loving it even more today. Alice in wonderland ladybird childrens classics this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Personalized alice\ s adventures in wonderland book with your name and five others in this classic novel. Buy alices adventures in wonderland collins classics reprint by carroll, lewis isbn. Join alice on her strange and wonderful adventures into the world of the queen of hearts, the cheshire cat, the white rabbit, and the hatter. Its spawned movies, video games, and all sorts of adaptations and retellings. Oxford don came to write the first true classic of childrens literature. Alices adventures in wonderland library of congress. Alices adventures in wonderland is a timeless classic, first published by macmillan in 1865, and the book has never been out of print.
She is the antagonist in the story, because she is always yelling off with his head. Take young readers down the rabbit hole with books like the nursery alice. Alices adventures in wonderland was published in 1865, followed by through the looking glass in 1872. Alice in wonderland stained glass coloring book dover stained glass coloring book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lewis carrolls classic alice s adventures in wonderland has been adapted to an easier reading level for stepping stones, while keeping all the fun, nonsense, and fantastic twists of the original book. Alice opened the door and found that it led into a small.
This particular one, however beautiful, the pages have fallen to oxidation, which is unfortunate. May not look good on your bookcase after reading and probably. The books i put on this page are versions that contain the original, unabbridged alice in wonderland stories from lewis carroll, including the original illustrations by john tenniel. Alice s adventures in wonderland commonly shortened to alice in wonderland is an 1865 novel written by english author charles lutwidge dodgson over the pseudonym lewis carroll. Evidently, most books will be subject to the process of lignin in the pages turning them yellow when met with sunlight or air. This book contains the full text of alices adventures in wonderland, along with commentary from the author. Witty, whimsical, and often nonsensical, the fiction of lewis carroll has been popular with both children and adults for over 150 years. Alice in wonderland the main character in the book is a child named alice. Alices adventures in wonderland is a favorite story of children and adults the world over. Create a oneofakind gift or bring out the child in you as you star in this tale of imaginative nonsense and trickery. A classic tale of adventure, magic, and madness, the original story has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, ever since tim burtons twisted movie edition hit screens big as small in 2010. There are rules and explanations to all the weirdness which readers are amused and entertained by. Read this book now alices adventures in wonderland a girl named alice falls into a rabbit hole, where she encounters a world of strange creatures. Alice in wonderland books for all ages pan macmillan.
Lewis, in the three ways of writing for children 1952, a childrens story which is enjoyed only by children is a bad childrens story. The story of alice s adventures in wonderland is such a delight to revisit again. Alices adventures in wonderland and other stories book depository. Down the rabbithole alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank, and of having nothing to do. But it does imply the advice to, when in crazy, confusing, or challenging situations, try to keep your head even when someone is constantly yelling off with her head.
Discover dame vivian westwoods alice in wonderland illustrations in a special 150th anniversary edition book. Alices adventures in wonderland by lewis carroll free. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. I have read the first many years back but it is the first time i read the second one. Alice can hardly keep track of all the curious characters, let alone herself. Alices adventures in wonderland is more nonsense and dreamscape than moral lesson. This reproduction includes fortytwo illustrations after john tenniel. Charles dodgson first told the story to alice liddell, age ten, and her two sisters on a.
A perfect introduction to the story for younger children, who will be enthralled by the magical story of alices adventures down the rabbit. Follow a girl named alice down the rabbit hole into a place of wonder where oddities, logic and wordplay rule supreme. Another factor that has made alices adventures in wonderland a classic is the fact that it is adored by both children and adults alike. Once at the bottom she explores a new and strange world where nothing is as it seems and everything. Generally written as a representation of its own era, a classic work has merits that continue to be recognized. Alice in wonderland alice through the looking glass films alice in wonderland alices adventures in wonderland alice in wonderland alice in wonderland alice in wonderland alice in wonderland alice in wonderland alice in wonderland alices adventures in wonderland alice in wonderland. Included was the introduction to the his 1960 edition, in which he opined that the book bewildered and sometimes frightened children and only the appreciation of adults scientists and. Before the publication of alices adventures in wonderland in 1865, childrens books such as. Alice in wonderland by lewis carroll paperback book. No greater books for children have ever been written. Queen of hearts, by colleen oakes queen of hearts is a prequel of sorts, telling the story of the titular queens rise to power.
The text of this book was originally entered as an online etext. Vintage may or may not have a dust jacket usual signs of a well read book but good overall condition. Our list of alice in wonderland books practically screams out read me. However, i didnt want to order one brand new and expect this. Generally written as a representation of its own era, a classic work has merits that continue to be recognized through the ages. Arguably the most well known of the alice film adaptations, and today considered one of disneys great classics. If ever there was a classic childrens book, alice in wonderland is it. On 26 november 1865, the reverend charles dodgsons tale was published by the house of macmillan as alices adventures in wonderland by lewis carroll, illustrated by.
I recently perused the annotated alice, with introduction and notes by martin gardner 2000 edition. This year, alice in wonderland is 150 years old, marked by a slew of shiny new. Alices adventures in wonderland is the timeless childrens story written by lewis carroll. Your alice\ s adventures in wonderland personalized book. Alices adventures in wonderland is popularly known to many as a childrens book, and lewis carroll admitted to writing it for the little girls of the dean of the college he taught at. Lewis carrolls fantastical story launched the childrens literary genre, so its fitting it has been celebrated in so many ways during 2015, the. Alices adventures in wonderland is an 1865 novel written by english author charles lutwidge. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. Alice in wonderland 9780375866418 by lewis carroll, mallory loehr. Commemorate the occasion with a deluxe hardcover edition of the tale from puffin books, available oct. This year marks the 150th anniversary of lewis carrolls beloved classic, alices adventures in wonderland. She starts as the princess dinah, a young girl longing for love and security, and through cruel court politics and betrayal, ends up as the paranoid dictator we meet in alices adventures in wonderland.
Wonderland, although extremely bizarre and random, somehow makes sense. That tale was lewis carrolls alices adventures in wonderlandand 2015. How alice in wonderland changed childrens literature. 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. Alices adventures in wonderland by lewis carroll free ebook. Alices adventures in wonderland amazonclassics edition. Vintage alice in wonderland card attack spiral notebook.
Simply rewritten for todays audience with blackandwhite illustrations throughout, this adapted chapter book is a wonderful way for kids to practice reading and develop their love for literature. A charming picture book based on the beloved lewis carroll classic. Here, scieszka sticks rigidly close to lewis carrolls wonderful original stories of alice in wonderland and alice through the looking glass, or at least scieszka does so in line with walt disneys 1951 animated film portrayal of the stories. Alice in wonderland is one of my favourite ever stories and if you havent read it yet you should this book is a gorgeous edition also with illustration by camille rose garcia who art style i thinks suits the story perfectly. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Heres your chance to follow the white rabbit down the rabbit hole and find yourself in wonderland, as you star as alice in the beloved childhood classic, alices adventures in wonderland. A girl named alice falls into a rabbit hole, where she encounters a world of strange creatures. Alice has many exciting adventures in this extraordinary place called wonderland. Muchloved by both adults and children, the story has been adapted numerous times and has had an impact on popular culture that few other books can claim. In the opening scene of this story alice is a young girl living in the country and becomes bored by her sister sitting out in the open field quietly reading. Alice in wonderland is classic story has been read and reproduced countless times and will always continue to be an amazing piece of literary art. So happy to add it to my alice in wonderland collection. Alices adventures in wonderland is an 1865 novel written by english author charles lutwidge dodgson under the pseudonym lewis carroll.
The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. He pops into a big rabbit hole, and alice follows him down, down, down into a magical and strange land. Alices adventures in wonderland collins classics lewis carroll. Each volume features authoritative texts by the worlds greatest authors in an exquisitely designed bondedleather binding, with distinctive gilt edging and a ribbon bookmark. Alice in wonderland classics by lewis carroll and a great selection of related books. Yet the first editions of the nursery versions are quite special and you might even catch some adults reading them. The full text of lewis carrolls novel with its many hidden meanings revealed. The red queen is the shorttempered queen of wonderland. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Alice in wonderland family classics, vol 5 lewis carroll, john tenniel on.