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The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll (Rev. C. L. Dodgson)

By Stuart Dodgson Collingwood

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the extraordinary history of a famed author, from his quiet childhood to the creation of imaginative worlds that continue to charm readers today.

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2004-03-01
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"The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll (Rev. C. L. Dodgson)" by Stuart Dodgson Collingwood is a 19th-century story about the life of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, who is better known as Lewis Carroll, and looks at his family, how he was raised, his education, and the creative things he did. It especially looks at how complicated he was as a person and what things inspired him to become a famous writer. It starts by telling us about Lewis Carroll's family history, talking about how his ancestors were involved in the church and in teaching. Early on, it shares memories of Carroll's childhood in Daresbury, where he spent his time on normal childhood activities in a quiet place. Stories from when he was in school show how he learned and what problems he had at first. Later, the story shows interesting stories and thoughts about his books and his special connections with children, giving hints about the magical world he would later create in books like "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

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Information on this author is scarce, but their work continues to inspire readers.

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