Alice Through the Looking-Glass
Alice Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll is an illustrated edition published by National Geographic Books on April 14, 2009. This 208-page book invites readers into a whimsical world where Alice, dressed in her bright blue jumper, embarks on a journey through a mirror into a realm filled with comical and magical characters. The edition features Helen Oxenbury’s charming illustrations, which enhance the narrative and provide a fresh perspective on Carroll’s classic tale.
Readers will find that this edition captures the essence of adventure and fantasy, showcasing Alice’s interactions with iconic figures such as Tweedledum and Tweedledee, as well as a lively chessboard of animated pieces. The illustrations, combining sepia tones and full-color paintings, offer an engaging visual experience that complements the story’s playful themes. This edition serves as a delightful introduction to the imaginative world of Lewis Carroll, appealing to both young and old alike.
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“Young and old alike will easily embrace Oxenbury’s Alice, who seems both old-fashioned and modern, and comfortable in worlds on both sides of the mirror.” — Booklist (starred review)
Helen Oxenbury’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland set a new standard for contemporary editions of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic, and this companion is illustrated with equal intimacy, warmth, and charm. Here again is Alice, dressed in her bright blue jumper and ready for adventure. All it takes is a bit of curiosity about the world reversed in the mirror, and suddenly Alice is interacting with all manner of comical and magical characters — Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the lion and the unicorn, and a game board of chess pieces come to life. Helen Oxenbury’s incomparable line drawings, sepia illustrations, and full-color paintings give today’s children an accessible view into Lewis Carroll’s timeless nonsense.
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