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The Hunting Of The Snark: An Agony In Eight Fits

The Hunting Of The Snark: An Agony In Eight Fits

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral PoetryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354156207
ISBN13: 9789354156205
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 21 2020
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.38 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A crew of unlikely adventurers sets sail into the unknown, chasing a creature that may not exist and sense that may never be found. The Hunting of the Snark: An Agony in Eight Fits is Lewis Carroll's masterstroke of nonsense literature, blending the playful absurdity of his Alice in Wonderland with the wry wit and narrative poem form beloved by Victorian era readers. Here, logic twists into laughter, and every line teases the boundaries between reason and the ridiculous. Carroll's surreal journey invites classic literature enthusiasts and Alice in Wonderland fans alike to delight in a quest for the unknown, where meaning and mystery entwine. The poem's whimsical adventure, marked by 19th century humour and the unmistakable influence of Edward Lear, has enchanted generations with its clever wordplay and evocative imagery. For those drawn to the peculiar charm of absurdity and logic, this remains a singular treasure-a work that rewards both casual readers and collectors seeking the finest in Victorian poetry. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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