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1. LEWIS CARROLLLEWIS CARROLL
alice in wonderlandalice in wonderland
XIXTH CENTURY

2. LEWIS CARROLLLEWIS CARROLL
Personal information
BIOGRAPHYBIOGRAPHY
Real name: Charles Lutwidge Dodgson
Date of birth: January 27th, 1832, in
Daresbury, Cheshire, England.
He was the third of eleven children in
an Anglican family.
He died of pneumonia followed by
influenza on January 14th, 1898.
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3. LEWIS CARROLLLEWIS CARROLL
Education and Academic Career
He attended to Rugby School (from 1846 to 1849)
He applied to the University of Oxford and went to
residence in 1851. He was a member of the Christ
Church college.
Excelled in mathematics, earning a scholarship to
teach at Oxford, where he spent most of his life.
Personal and Professional Life
Besides being an academic, Carroll was a deacon in
the Anglican church, a photographer, and an author.
He was known to have a stammer, which affected
his social interactions.

4. Poems:
"The Hunting of the Snark"
"Jabberwocky."
Novels:
"Alice's Adventures in Wonderland"
(1865).
"Through the Looking-Glass, and
What Alice Found There" (1871).
Literary Career of Lewis CarrollLiterary Career of Lewis Carroll

5. -Carroll is known for his use
of absurdity, wordplay, and
logic in his works.
-His style is playful and
challenges traditional literary
conventions.
Carroll wrote several
mathematical treatises,
including works on algebra
and symbolic logic.
He was an amateur
photographer, famous for his
portraits, especially of
children.
Literary Style andLiterary Style and
CharacteristicsCharacteristics
Contributions toContributions to
Other FieldsOther Fields
PhotographyPhotography

6. CONTEXT OFCONTEXT OF
CREATIONCREATION
Carroll entertained Alice and
her sisters with fantastic
stories during boat trips,
which eventually led to the
creation
alice lidell
Story
inspired by
The author completed
this sketch on February
10, 1863:
“Alice's Adventures
Under Ground”

7. It was illustrated by John Tenniel,
whose illustrations have become
iconic.

8. Impact and LegacyImpact and Legacy
Carroll’s work has prompted extensive critical
discourse, with numerous interpretations and
theories about its deeper meanings.
Exhibitions and museums dedicated to Lewis
Carroll and his works further cement his legacy.
Educational tools and resources often use Carroll’s
work to teach language, logic, and creativity,
making it a valuable asset in both traditional and
innovative educational settings.
His works continue to inspire and captivate
audiences, demonstrating the timeless nature of
his imaginative storytelling.
His stories have also been adapted into
numerous stage plays, musicals, and
ballets. Many musicians have been
inspired by his works, creating songs and
albums. For example, Jefferson Airplane's
song "White Rabbit".
His imaginative storytelling and use of
nonsensical elements opened the door for
future writers to explore similar themes.
His ability to create worlds that defy
conventional logic continues to inspire.
Carroll's vivid descriptions and iconic
illustrations have inspired countless
artists. The fashion world has also
embraced his creations, with designers
drawing inspiration from the fantastical
elements of Wonderland.
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9. thank you!thank you!
By:
Cerna Gamarra, Jose
Morales Gil, Juan
Yupanqui Garcia, Edward
Yparraguirre Navarrete, Mireia