Lewis Carroll

The Hunting of the Snark: An Agony in Eight Fits (eBook, ePUB)

An Absurd Adventure in Nonsense and Wordplay

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Lewis Carroll's "The Hunting of the Snark: An Agony in Eight Fits" is a quintessential example of nonsense literature, showcasing Carroll'Äôs masterful use of playful language, whimsical characters, and absurd situations. The poem, divided into eight 'fits,' follows a motley crew of eccentric characters as they embark on a surreal quest for the elusive Snark. Carroll's inventive wordplay and rhythmic structure challenge traditional narrative forms, inviting readers to explore meaning beyond the surface while simultaneously evoking the wonder and confusion inherent in the world around them. The text stands as a reflection of the Victorian fascination with exploration and the unknown, melding the childlike with the philosophical in a journey that oscillates between humor and a sense of melancholic absurdity. Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was a mathematician, logician, and photographer, whose childhood fascination with language and storytelling heavily influenced his literary works. Living in a time marked by rapid societal changes, Carroll's whimsical narrative style often satirizes the rigidity of Victorian norms, while embodying a playful curiosity that mirrors the intellectual debates of his era. His passion for both the mathematical and the fantastical culminate in "The Hunting of the Snark," which stands as a testament to his innovative spirit. For readers seeking to delve into the absurdity of human nature and the complexities of dreams and reality, "The Hunting of the Snark" offers a captivating journey. Carroll's blend of humor and philosophical depth will resonate with those who appreciate whimsical storytelling brimming with meaning. This work is not merely a children's poem; it is an invitation to embrace the mysterious and nonsensical layers of life.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 111
• Altersempfehlung: ab 5 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664129307
• Artikelnr.: 58436657

Autorenporträt

LEWIS CARROLL, creator of the landmark children's book Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, was a pseudonym for Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, an Oxford don who was educated at Christ Church College in Oxford,England, where he lectured in mathematics. In addition to his keen interest in photography and inventing games and puzzles, he wrote fantastical tales and humorous verse, including Phantasmagoria and Other Poems, Through the Looking-Glass , the sequel to the adventures of Alice, and The Hunting of the Snark. Born in 1832, Dodgson died in 1898 of influenza.   OLEG LIPCHENKO is Canadian artist of Ukrainian origin. He is a member of the Ukrainian Union of Artists and CANSCAIP; his superb technique and strong sense of design reflect his background in architecture. He has exhibited his paintings extensively in Canada and across Europe. Oleg Lipchenko's previous books for Tundra include the gorgeously illustrated Humpty Dumpty and Friends and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, which won IBBY Canada's Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Award.