A unique specimen, this copy of Lewis Caroll’s poem “The Hunting of the Snark” is in good condition and includes a slipcase. The book itself is in good condition with slight bumping to the corners and staining to the boards and front free paper. The slip case shows signs of wear, including some fading and staining.
The poem is a narrative that recounts an absurd and whimsical voyage undertaken by a peculiar crew in search of a mysterious creature known as the Snark. Composed of various eccentric characters—a Bellman, a Boots, a Baker, a Banker, a Butcher, a Beaver, and others—the crew embarks on their enigmatic hunt with cryptic clues and nonsensical maps. The poem unfolds as a darkly comic quest, blending elements of adventure, fantasy, and satire. Ultimately, the Snark remains elusive, embodying an undefinable enigma that allegorizes the pursuit of meaning or an unattainable ideal. Carroll's work is celebrated for its playful language, imaginative storytelling, and the taut tension between whimsy and lurking peril, culminating in an ambiguous and haunting conclusion.
This copy is perfect for starting a collection or collector’s of Carroll’s other works.
A unique specimen, this copy of Lewis Caroll’s poem “The Hunting of the Snark” is in good condition and includes a slipcase. The book itself is in good condition with slight bumping to the corners and staining to the boards and front free paper. The slip case shows signs of wear, including some fading and staining.
The poem is a narrative that recounts an absurd and whimsical voyage undertaken by a peculiar crew in search of a mysterious creature known as the Snark. Composed of various eccentric characters—a Bellman, a Boots, a Baker, a Banker, a Butcher, a Beaver, and others—the crew embarks on their enigmatic hunt with cryptic clues and nonsensical maps. The poem unfolds as a darkly comic quest, blending elements of adventure, fantasy, and satire. Ultimately, the Snark remains elusive, embodying an undefinable enigma that allegorizes the pursuit of meaning or an unattainable ideal. Carroll's work is celebrated for its playful language, imaginative storytelling, and the taut tension between whimsy and lurking peril, culminating in an ambiguous and haunting conclusion.
This copy is perfect for starting a collection or collector’s of Carroll’s other works.
