The peculiar wit and imagination of Lewis Carroll are once again in evidence in The Hunting of the Snark, his epic nonsense poem which first appeared in 1876. Unlike the earlier Alice books, this is a much darker work, in which ten characters whose names begin with B, disappear, go mad and generally find themselves struggling to navigate an impossible path through a nonsensical world. Throughout the poem there is a prevailing atmosphere of disorder and chaos, heightened by Carroll's characteristic use of 'portmanteau' words ...
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The peculiar wit and imagination of Lewis Carroll are once again in evidence in The Hunting of the Snark, his epic nonsense poem which first appeared in 1876. Unlike the earlier Alice books, this is a much darker work, in which ten characters whose names begin with B, disappear, go mad and generally find themselves struggling to navigate an impossible path through a nonsensical world. Throughout the poem there is a prevailing atmosphere of disorder and chaos, heightened by Carroll's characteristic use of 'portmanteau' words (such as 'uffish', 'beamish' and 'fumious') and descriptions of grotesque creatures such as the Bandersnatch and the Jubjub bird. The meaning of the poem, and of the Snark itself, has been the subject of much debate. In his preface Carroll said 'In answer to your question, 'What did you mean the Snark was?' will you tell your friend that I meant that the Snark was a Boojum. I trust that she and you will now feel quite satisfied and happy.' Whatever its meaning, The Hunting of the Snark remains a fascinating read. This new edition is a facsimile of the 1876 original, with reproductions of the original illustrations by Henry Holiday and is bound in red cloth with luxury gold embossing.
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Mervyn Peake. Very Good. The zodiac edition of Lewis Carroll's nonsense poem, beautifully illustrated by the expressive drawings of Mervyn Peake. The zodiac edition, with Mervyn Peake's illustrations. First published in 1876. Illustrated throughout by Mervyn Peake with monochrome vignettes and full pages illustrations. Â Â In the publisher's original hardback. This nonsense poem was written by the noted Lewis Carroll, best known for his work 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. The poem tells the story of a crew who are trying to hunt a Snark (a fictional animal) which turns out to be a dangerous Bookjum. This fun poem has been complimented by the expressive and unusual pencil drawings by author and artist Mervyn Peake, who is best known for writing the 'Gormenghast' series. In the publisher's original pictorial hardback. Externally generally smart with slight rubbing and closed tears to the joints with the front joint starting, handling marks to the boards and minimal bumping to the extremities. Light offsetting to the endpapers. Internally firmly bound with very lightly age toned and generally clean pages with offsetting to the half title and the odd spot. Very Good.
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Harold Jones. Fine. A limited edition copy of this poem by Lewis Carroll, which has been signed by the illustrator. With many illustrations throughout by Harold Jones, who has signed the book to the rear. Numbered 5 of 750 limited copies. Containing a label stating, "This book belonged to Charles Pick (1917-2000). He was a publisher (at Gollancz 1934-36, Michael Joseph 1936-39 and 1946-61, and Heinemann 1962-85) and thereafter a literary agent. He was elected to the Savile Club in 1958." In a decorative black cloth binding with presentation slip case. Externally very smart, with just a couple of marks. Slipcase is smart also, with a few marks. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean. NEAR FINE slipcase Fine.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 30 p. Mint Editions (Poetry and Verse). In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 30 p. Mint Editions (Poetry and Verse). In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
