“As a general rule, do not kick the shins of the opposite gentleman under the table, if personally unaquainted with him; your pleasantry is liable to be misunderstood--a circumstance at all times unpleasant.”
Quote by Lewis Carroll
Work
The Complete Illustrated Lewis Carroll
This book is a comprehensive compilation of the literary works of Lewis Carroll, including his most famous tales such as 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and 'Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There'. It includes detailed illustrations and insightful commentary that provide readers with a deeper understanding of Carroll's writing and the context of his stories. more
Author
Lewis Carroll
Lewis Carroll, born Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was an English writer, mathematician, logician, photographer, and children's author. He is best known for his novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, which is celebrated for its unique imagination, rich symbolism, and humor. more
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