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Through the Looking-glass: And what Alice Found There

'Through the Looking-glass: And what Alice Found There' is a novel that delves into the whimsical and imaginative world of Wonderland. It follows the protagonist, Alice, as she crosses over to a mirror world where logic and reality are bent and twisted. The story is filled with fantastical characters, such as the Red Queen, the White Queen, and the Mad Hatter, and explores themes of identity, time, and the nature of reality. 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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