Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll

“Through the Looking Glass” by Lewis Carroll is a classic children’s book and sequel to Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Published in 1871, this story follows Alice as she navigates a surreal world filled with characters that reflect the human psyche and brilliance of Carroll’s imagination.

The story begins when Alice climbs through a mirror and enters a world that is a reflection of her own. She finds herself in a room with objects that are the opposite of what they appear to be, and a table that is square on all sides. Through the open window, Alice spots a garden and decides to head that way.

Alice’s journey through the Looking Glass world is filled with adventures that help her understand the curious nature of this strange place. She meets the White Queen and various characters in the garden. From the White Queen, Alice learns that the territory is the property of the Red King, who is a powerful being that Alice must defeat in order to gain her freedom.

Throughout her journey, Alice is confronted with puzzles and riddles, dealing with logic and societal norms as she navigates her journey. She meets Tweedledee and Tweedledum, two talking dolls, and the Walrus and Carpenter; two characters that exhibit characteristics of good and evil. She also encounters the Cheshire Cat, whose visage and dialogue often leads Alice to a deeper understanding of the Looking Glass world.

Alice ultimately faces the Red King and his court, where she must solve a challenging chess game in order to win her freedom. Through her task, she is able to not only find freedom, but also gracefully acknowledges the power dynamics between the court and herself.

“Through the Looking Glass” is a clever tale filled with poetic language, intricate characters and captivating scenes that has delighted adults and children for over 150 years. Serving both as a entertaining story and an exploration of various themes, including power dynamics and the human psyche, “Through the Looking Glass” is a timeless classic that can be enjoyed by many.

Alice’s adventures through the Looking Glass world embody the brilliance of Lewis Carroll’s imagination and are still relevant in modern society. This story has inspired generations and continues to capture the minds of all age groups. “Through the Looking Glass” is a delightful story filled with intrigue and puzzles that can be appreciated by all.