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The letters of Lewis Carroll

This compilation includes letters from Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, to various individuals, including family, friends, and fans. The letters span a significant portion of his life, providing a glimpse into his personal experiences, his reflections on his writing, and his social interactions. The collection offers a unique perspective on the man behind the beloved children's stories and reveals his intellectual pursuits, humor, and wit. more

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Lewis Carroll
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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“It's a great huge game of chess that's being played--all over the world--if this is the world at all, you know. Oh, what fun it is! How I wish I was one of them! I wouldn't mind being a Pawn, if only I might join--though of course I should like to be a Queen, best.”

“If doubtful whether to end with "yours faithfully," or "yours truly," or "yours most truly," &c. (there are at least a dozen varieties, before you reach "yours affectionately"), refer to your correspondent's last letter, and make your winding-up at least as friendly as his: in fact, even if a shade more friendly, it will do no harm!”

“And my heart is like nothing so much as a bowl Brimming over with quivering curds!”