Alice in Wonderland - Hardcover

Carroll, Lewis

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0831713518 ISBN 13: 9780831713515

Publisher: Smithmark Pub, 1990

Synopsis

An omnibus edition of two stories featuring Alice and her companions in new worlds where nothing is in the least bit ordinary.

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Review:

Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland has continuously delighted readers, young and old, for more than a century. A classic tale that has been interpreted by many an outstanding artist over the years, this remarkable story of one little girl who embarks on possibly one of the most amazing, fantastical adventures in literary history has more than stood the test of time.

Here, in this stunning new edition, Helen Oxenbury, one of the most exceptional contemporary children's illustrators, turns her hand to what is certainly no small project and has succeeded in surpassing expectation. More abundantly illustrated than other editions of the same work, this unabridged version is packed with contemporary and accessible interpretations of the kaleidoscope of characters--the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts--who have each captured the imaginations of generations of children.

Alice herself is portrayed as a thoroughly modern miss--casually dressed, personable, and spirited--and her surroundings are brought to effervescent life with a warmth, depth and distinctive sense of humour that perfectly complements the shenanigans of the topsy-turvy world of Wonderland.

A perfect gift for any child, this stylish, must-have version of Carroll's unforgettable fantasy is perfect for confident young readers to read alone, or is ideal for sharing as a bedtime read with an adult. (Age 7 and over) --Susan Harrison

Review:

More tempestuous; of greater, grittier (and funnier) distortion... when dangerous satirists like Steadman exercise their imaginations... -- look out.

Sophisticated humor -- Liz Pogue "Victoria Times-Colonist" (08/31/2003)

ÝSteadman's drawings¨ are still remarkably fresh and unique.

PairÝs¨ a perpetually suspicious Alice with peculiar creatures that well warrant her chariness. -- Clair Martin "Denver Post" (11/30/2003)

An interesting look at the artist at an earlier stage in his own artistic approach.--Terry Peters"North Shore News" (03/09/2007)

[Steadman's drawings] are still remarkably fresh and unique. Don't count on a bookful of sweet, charming etchings of the shrinking golden girl; this is a somewhat less flattering Alice than the one we've come to know and expect. In over 40 pen and ink illustrations, this Wonderland is more tempestuous; of greater, grittier (and funnier) distortion... when dangerous satirists like Steadman exercise their imaginations and lyric, delirious pens in the slivers and shards of a distorted world -- look out. Ferocious Steadman spin.

The familiar cast of characters... takes on a bizarre life of its own with Steadman's black and white illustrations. Children... will be curious, confused yet amazed by what they read and see in this book--Cindly L. Carolan "Children's Literature "

A world where people fall down rabbit holes and confront talking caterpillars is a place where Steadman would feel comfortable. An interesting look at the artist at an earlier stage in his own artistic approach.--Terry Peters"North Shore News" (03/09/2007)

Sophisticated humor--Liz Pogue"Victoria Times-Colonist" (08/31/2003)

Pair[s] a perpetually suspicious Alice with peculiar creatures that well warrant her chariness.--Clair Martin"Denver Post" (11/30/2003)

Explosive ink drawings... acidic whimsies splash across pages, bringing dear Alice a newly stimulating cup of tea.--David Elliott"San Diego Union-Tribune" (11/30/2003)

Carroll's hall-of-mirrors children's tale and Steadman's "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" style make for an eerily perfect fit.--Mary Ann Gwinn"Seattle Times" (12/10/2003)

Alice as you've rarely seen her... fun for all ages... full of the wit and wisdom Carroll originally gave us.--Betsy Daley"Waterbury Republican-American" (12/07/2003)

About this edition

• Publisher: Smithmark Pub
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0831713518
• ISBN 13: 9780831713515
• Binding: Hardcover