{"product_id":"sylvie-and-bruno-9781513211831","title":"Sylvie and Bruno","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eSylvie and Bruno (1889) is a novel by Lewis Carroll that was originally conceived as a pair of short stories published in 1867. It is a powerful example of Carroll's imaginative range and ability to capture the surreal nature of everyday life. The middle-aged historian enters a dream world where fairies and elves go about their lives without noticing his presence, and he becomes aware of a plot to overthrow the Warden. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 186 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Graphic Arts Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSylvie and Bruno, originally conceived as a pair of short stories published in Aunt Judys Magazine in 1867, evolved into a full-length, two-volume novel. While less popular than Lewis Carrolls Alice books, the novel remains a powerful example of Carrolls imaginative range and ability to capture the surreal nature of everyday life. The story unfolds as a middle-aged historian, traveling by train to a long-overdue doctors appointment, slips in and out of sleep, entering a dream world where fairies and elves go about their lives without noticing his presence. Gradually, he becomes aware of a plot to overthrow the Warden orchestrated by Sub-Warden Sibimet and his wife Tabikat. Tricked into giving the Sub-Warden dictatorial powers, the Warden embarks on a journey to serve as Monarch of Fairyland. Along the way, he encounters a Mad Gardener who directs Sylvie and Bruno to follow him to a bizarre underground lair.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis edition of Lewis Carrolls Sylvie and Bruno is a classic work of English literature reimagined for modern readers. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, it offers a captivating experience for those who appreciate the timeless charm of Carrolls writing. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the power of imagination, reminding readers of the magic that exists in the world around us. Whether you are a fan of Carrolls Alice books or are discovering his lesser-known works for the first time, Sylvie and Bruno is a must-read that will leave you enchanted and inspired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 212g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 126 x 202 x 14 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781513211831\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lewis Caroll","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44158239441146,"sku":"9781513211831","price":6.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1680862389412_book.jpg?v=1680894968","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/sylvie-and-bruno-9781513211831","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}