He set a new trend in childrens literature. His novels broke with contemporary tradition, which produced moralistic children books, usually with a lesson on etiquette or a didactic tale regarding the rights and wrongs of life. On the contrary, Carroll's nonsensical, humorous tone created a new literary trend in the age. His use of simple diction granted readers of all ages access to his works; children were amused by the main characters' adventures and discoveries, while adults were intrigued with the witty, clever lines and the symbolic social commentary. Also, he introduced the portmanteau, and several new words to the English language. In his famous nonsensical poem "Jabberwocky", found in the pages of Alice in Wonderland, for example, he introduces new words such as "chortle" a combination of chuckle and snort, and gallumph, a combination of gallop and triumph. Such words have actually been adopted into the English language
Lewis Carroll is already dead.
Lewis Carroll was born on January 27, 1832.
No, Lewis Carroll was a Christian and a deacon in the Anglican church.
Lewis Carroll was deaf in his right ear.
Lewis Carroll's best friend is John Liddell.
No, Lewis Carroll was not knighted. He was nominated for a knighthood, but declined the honor.
Lewis Carroll was the third of eleven children, and the oldest boy.
All of Lewis Carroll's siblings will definitely be dead by now.
Lewis Carroll was born January 27, 1832 in Daresbury England
Lewis Carroll had ten siblings; seven sisters and three brothers.
The author's tone in "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll is whimsical and imaginative. Carroll creates a playful and nonsensical world through made-up words and fantastical imagery, engaging the reader's sense of wonder and creativity.
Lewis Carroll died on January 14, 1898 at the age of 65.