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Lewis Carroll - Alice in Wonderland with John Shelton
Nadya Williams and guest John Shelton explore Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on its 160th anniversary. They discuss what makes a book a "classic," the balance between whimsy and seriousness, Carroll's satirical brilliance, and the enduring cultural impact of Alice. The conversation highlights themes of logic, absurdity, moral imagination, and the shaping of children's literature.
Chapters
00:03 – Introduction to Lewis Carroll and Alice's enduring appeal
03:00 – What makes a literary work a "classic"?
06:16 – Why Alice's humor still works
07:43 – Iconic phrases and cultural…
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