The controversy surrounding Lewis Carroll involves speculation about whether he used drugs, particularly opium or laudanum, which may have influenced his writing, including "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Some scholars believe there are references to drug experiences in his work, while others argue that these interpretations are unfounded.
The controversy surrounding Lewis Carroll's alleged drug use stems from speculation that he may have used drugs like opium or laudanum. This impacts our understanding of his works because some believe his writings, such as "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," may have been influenced by his possible drug use, leading to interpretations of his work as being surreal or hallucinatory. However, there is no concrete evidence to support these claims, and many scholars argue that his creativity was simply a product of his vivid imagination.
Lewis Carroll is already dead.
Lewis Carroll was deaf in his right ear.
No, Lewis Carroll was a Christian and a deacon in the Anglican church.
Lewis Carroll was born on January 27, 1832.
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.
Lewis Carroll died on January 14, 1898 at the age of 65.