Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland: A timeless children’s classic of imagination, curiosity, and wonder — beautifully illustrated and edited by Open Book House Publishing and Solutions
About this ebook
Step through the rabbit hole into a world where logic bends, time runs wild, and imagination reigns. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll remains one of the most enchanting stories ever told—a masterpiece of fantasy that has delighted readers for over 150 years.
Follow Alice, a curious young girl, as she meets the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, and the Queen of Hearts in a land where dreams, riddles, and nonsense reveal the deepest truths about growing up and seeing the world anew.
Why This Edition Is Special
Complete, unabridged text of the 1865 classic
Elegant formatting for Kindle and print
New foreword and author’s introduction by Open Book House Publishing and Solutions
Beautiful black-and-white illustrations inspired by Victorian art
Designed as a premium collector’s edition for readers of all ages
From playful word games to philosophical puzzles, Carroll’s timeless tale captures the magic of childhood curiosity and the courage to question everything.
Whether you’re rediscovering this literary treasure or sharing it with a new generation, this Open Book House Illustrated Edition offers the perfect way to experience one of the world’s most beloved classics.
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About the author
Lewis Carroll (1832–1898) was the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, an English writer, mathematician, logician, photographer, and lecturer best known for creating some of the most beloved works in children’s literature. He achieved worldwide fame as the author of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequel, Through the Looking-Glass.
Born on January 27, 1832, in Daresbury, Cheshire, England, Carroll was the eldest son in a large family. From an early age, he displayed a talent for storytelling, puzzles, and wordplay—qualities that would later define his literary works. He was educated at Rugby School and later attended Christ Church, Oxford, where he excelled in mathematics.
Carroll spent much of his professional life at Christ Church, Oxford, serving as a mathematics lecturer for many years. Though respected as a scholar, he became far more famous for his imaginative writing. His interest in logic, paradox, and language deeply influenced the playful style of his fiction.
The inspiration for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland came during a boating trip in 1862, when Carroll told a fantastical story to three young sisters, including Alice Liddell. At their request, he later wrote the story down, and it was published in 1865 with illustrations by Sir John Tenniel.
The book was an immediate success and remains one of the most celebrated works of English literature. Filled with unforgettable characters such as the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, and Queen of Hearts, the novel combines fantasy, satire, and clever linguistic humor in a way that appeals to both children and adults.
Carroll also wrote poetry, essays, and mathematical works. His poem Jabberwocky, featured in Through the Looking-Glass, is especially famous for its inventive language and enduring popularity.
In addition to writing, Carroll was an accomplished early photographer, producing portraits and artistic studies during the Victorian era. He was known as a private and meticulous individual, balancing a scholarly academic life with extraordinary creative imagination.
Lewis Carroll died on January 14, 1898, in Guildford. Today he is remembered as one of the most original voices in English literature. His works continue to inspire readers, scholars, filmmakers, and artists around the world, and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland remains a timeless classic of imagination and wit.
