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Alice's Adventures Under Ground

    Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures Under Ground is a classic fantasy novel.

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    It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.

    About Alice's Adventures Under Ground

    "Alice's Adventures Under Ground" by Lewis Carroll is a fantastical tale written during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This book serves as a facsimile of the original manuscript that eventually evolved into what is now widely known as "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." The likely topic of the book revolves around a young girl's surreal journey through a bizarre underworld filled with whimsical creatures and peculiar events, challenging the norms of logic and reality. In this enchanting narrative, Alice finds herself in a fantastical world after following a perplexed White Rabbit down a rabbit hole. Throughout her journey, she encounters various characters including talking animals and anthropomorphic beings, all of whom challenge her understanding of identity and logic. From shrinking and growing in size through magical food and drinks to navigating peculiar social interactions with the likes of the Caterpillar and the Queen of Hearts, Alice's adventures are both chaotic and philosophical. Ultimately, the story culminates in a bizarre trial, where the Queen's absurdity reigns, leading to a climax that reflects the nonsensical nature of the world Alice has fallen into. The tale ends with Alice awakening from what she realizes has been a curious dream, leaving readers to ponder the fine line between fantasy and reality.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Fantasy fiction
    • Children's stories
    • Imaginary places, Juvenile fiction
    • Alice, Fictitious character from Carroll, Juvenile fiction

    Quick answers

    Who wrote Alice's Adventures Under Ground?

    Alice's Adventures Under Ground was written by Lewis Carroll.

    What genre is Alice's Adventures Under Ground?

    It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.

    Is Alice's Adventures Under Ground free to read?

    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

    What books are similar to Alice's Adventures Under Ground?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The marvellous land of Snergs, Ozma of Oz and The Story of the Treasure Seekers.

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