Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (Signet Classics) by Lewis Carroll Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (Signet Classics)
Book Review: How Far Down Does the Rabbit Hole Go?
Summary: 5 Stars
The books Alices adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass are both very good books. The main plot of both books is quite simple; a girl named Alice stumbles upon another world filled with many different characters as she explores and meets many people and creatures alike. Overall, I found the book very solid and interesting. The endings are a little lacking in my opinion, but the ride there makes up for it. Its filled with many different perspectives on many different things, some are very insightful while some are just silly. At some points, it will have you thinking while at others you'll find yourself laughing up a storm. This is what makes it great for kids and adults alike. The books are also very easy to relate to, not literally but in its theme: being thrown into something new and trying to fit in. Everyone's been there at some point in their life, just not to the extent of Wonderland and the Looking-Glass World. The book also teaches a good lesson of thinking before you speak. Often times Alice would say what's on her mind and offends her new friends, which isn't a good when your in a new world and don't know anyone. Overall, The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass are a must read for everyone, even if you're illiterate (most copies of the book have illustrations, but if you're illiterate, how are you reading this?). So head on out to your local library and pick it up, you wont regret it.Book Review: Interesting but plot suffers.
Summary: 3 Stars
I give Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventure in Wonderland/Through the Looking Glass three out of five stars. Lewis Carroll creates a wonderful fantasy world for young children but the appeal was not there for me. The separate worlds of both stories are chaotic but they pave a way of mystery and suspense. The characters Carroll creates are great and each one is different from the next and you are never sure what or whom Alice will meet next. The downfall for me in these two stories was that neither one had a well thought out plot. For I could tell Alice was wondering to two different worlds not knowing where she was going or why she was there. Some people may find this type of writing great but I find it almost pointless. There is a good twist to the ending of Through the Looking Glass that leaves the reader somewhat puzzled. Although this book had little point to me, I could read it without getting bored, for something strange or absurd happened every other page. Overall this book could use a better plot, but it keeps the reader interested with great characters and odd twists. Book Review: Classic tales for all ages!
Summary: 5 Stars
Lewis Carroll's young heroine Alice doesn't just appeal to children. Sure, her adventures--first in Wonderland, then in the world behind the Looking-Glass--will appeal to all children; the characters are whimsical and delightful, the dangers tantalizing (at least to young minds), and the endings ever-so-happy. Plus, there are kittens, butterflies, and talking goats...what child can resist talking goats, I ask you?
But for those of us over the age of 8...we need something else. As for myself, I got lost in the brilliantly clever humor that was strewn throughout the tales; the wit is quick, and Carroll's enjoyment of wordplay is apparent on every page. "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking-Glass" contain some of the most memorable dialogue you will ever encounter. Buy this book for yourself, or for your child, or your friend, or whomever...anyone with a sense of humor and fantasy will delight in these two classic, unforgettable tales.
Book Review: Nephew loved it
Summary: 4 Stars
My nephew loved this book and had me read it to him. I always saw the movies but this was the first I actually read the book. I thought it quite better than any of the movies. The fact that it inspires my nephew to read is a wonderful achievement.
For those who love adventure books with very little sex, profanity or graphic violence, then I'd reccomend The Unsuspecting Mage by Brian S. Pratt. This book was another of my nephew's favorites as well as some teens that I'm acquainted with. I liked it as well. He's a new author, but writes a good tale.
Book Review: A book that metaphorically resonates beyond the fantasy world it presents
Summary: 5 Stars
The White Rabbit. The Mad Hatter. The Queen of Hearts. The Cheshire Cat. The Caterpillar. These enigmatic figures may seem distant in Wonderland, but they are in fact aspects of our daily lives. Despite its varied fantastical elements, no other book has felt so true to real life.
Carroll's masterpiece shows off his penchance for wit, wisdom, satire, and self-awareness. Alice is on a journey of discovery--who she is and what the world consists of. Her journey intersects with mine--rereading this book feels like coming home. It is familiar, warm, and comforting.
If you know Alice only through Disney, you are denying yourself a great joy. Read this book.