The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll - Hardcover

by Stuart Dodgson Collingwood (Author)

The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll by Stuart Dodgson Collingwood is a comprehensive biography of the famous author, mathematician, and photographer, Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known by his pen name, Lewis Carroll. The book is a collection of letters and personal accounts from Dodgson's family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his own letters and diaries, providing a detailed insight into his life, work, and relationships.The biography covers Dodgson's childhood, education, and early career as a mathematician at Oxford University, where he developed a keen interest in photography and literature. The book also delves into his personal life, including his close relationships with children and his controversial interest in young girls, which has long been a subject of debate and speculation.The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll also explores Dodgson's literary career, including his most famous works, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, as well as his lesser-known writings, such as his mathematical treatises and political pamphlets.Overall, The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll is a fascinating and detailed account of the life and work of one of the most beloved and enigmatic figures in English literature.1898. Illustrated. A biography of Lewis Carroll (pseudonym of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) English author, mathematician, and logician, best known for his creation of the immortal fantasy Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.