\'Through the Looking-Glass\' is a whimsical and fantastical novel written by Lewis Carroll, the sequel to his earlier work, \'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.\' Published in 1871, this sequel follows the adventures of Alice as she steps through a looking-glass into a world that is both familiar and peculiar.In \'Through the Looking-Glass,\' Alice encounters a series of fantastical characters and embarks on a journey that defies logic and reality. The narrative is structured as a chess game, with Alice progressing through the squares on the chessboard as she interacts with peculiar inhabitants such as the Red Queen, the White Queen, Humpty Dumpty, and the Cheshire Cat. Each encounter is filled with wordplay, nonsense, and clever observations that challenge conventional thinking.Carroll's use of literary nonsense, clever wordplay, and mathematical riddles adds to the surreal and dreamlike quality of the narrative. The book is a playful exploration of logic and language, showcasing Carroll's unique ability to create a whimsical world that captivates readers of all ages.\'Through the Looking-Glass\' remains a classic of children's literature and is celebrated for its creativity, humor, and imaginative storytelling. The novel's enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport readers to a fantastical realm where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the rules of reality are delightfully upended.
I though you meant How old are you? Alice explained. If Id meant that, Id have said it, said Humpty Dumpty. Alice didnt want to begin another argument, so she said nothing. Seven years and six months! Humpty Dumpty repeated thoughtfully. An uncomfortable sort of age. Now if youd asked my advice, Id have said Leave off at sevenbut its too late now. I never ask advice about growing, Alice said indignantly. Too proud? the other inquired. Alice felt even more indignant at this suggestion. I mean, she said, that one cant help growing older. One cant, perhaps, said Humpty Dumpty, but two can. With proper assistance, you might have left off at seven.
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What a beautiful belt youve got on! Alice suddenly remarked. (They had had quite enough of the subject of age, she thought: and if they really were to take turns in choosing subjects, it was her turn now.) At least, she corrected herself on second thoughts, a beautiful cravat, I should have saidno, a belt, I meanI beg your pardon! she added in dismay, for Humpty Dumpty looked thoroughly offended, and she began to wish she hadnt chosen that subject. If I only knew, she thought to herself, which was neck and which was waist! Evidently Humpty Dumpty was very angry, though he said nothing for a minute or two. When he did speak again, it was in a deep growl. It is amostprovokingthing, he said at last, when a person doesnt know a cravat from a belt! I know its very ignorant of me, Alice said, in so humble a tone that Humpty Dumpty relented. Its a cravat, child, and a beautiful one, as you say. Its a present from
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There now! Is it really? said Alice, quite pleased to find that she had chosen a good
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They gave it me, Humpty Dumpty continued thoughtfully, as he crossed one knee over the other and clasped his hands round it, they gave it mefor an un-birthday present. I beg your pardon? Alice said with a puzzled air. Im not offended, said Humpty Dumpty. I mean, what is an un-birthday present? A present given when it isnt your birthday, of course. Alice considered a little. I like birthday presents best, she said at last. You dont know what youre talking about! cried Humpty Dumpty. How many days are there in a year? Three hundred and sixty-five, said Alice. And how many birthdays have you? One. And if you take one from three hundred and sixty-five, what remains? Three hundred and sixty-four, of course. Humpty Dumpty looked doubtful. Id rather see that done on paper, he said. Alice couldnt help smiling as she took out her memorandum-book, and worked the sum for him: 365 1 ____ 364 ___ Humpty Dumpty took the book, and looked at it carefully. That seems to
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