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Rhyme? and reason?

    Rhyme? and reason? is a ghost story and classic fantasy poetry collection by Lewis Carroll.

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

    About Rhyme? and reason?

    "Rhyme? and Reason?" by Lewis Carroll is a collection of poems and whimsical narratives written in the late 19th century. The work showcases Carroll's characteristic blend of playful language, absurdity, and imagination, inviting readers into a world where rhyme and logic intertwine with elements of fantasy. This compilation includes various pieces such as "Phantasmagoria" and "The Hunting of the Snark," each featuring eccentric characters and inventive storytelling. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to "Phantasmagoria," where a protagonist, after a long day, encounters a shy ghost in his study. The ghost, despite his frightful appearance, proves to be inquisitive and earnest, explaining the etiquette ghosts must follow when haunting humans. Their conversation is marked by humor and misunderstandings, evoking a sense of charm as the ghost nervously attempts to share "The Five Good Rules of Etiquette" that govern his interactions, setting the stage for a playful exploration of the supernatural blended with mundane life.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

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    • Nonsense verses, English
    • English poetry, 19th century
    • Ghosts, Poetry
    • Fantasy poetry, English

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    Who wrote Rhyme? and reason??

    Rhyme? and reason? was written by Lewis Carroll.

    What genre is Rhyme? and reason??

    It is usually shelved as Ghost Stories and Classic Fantasy.

    Is Rhyme? and reason? 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 Rhyme? and reason??

    Readers who like it often enjoy Dracula, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus and A Christmas Carol.

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