Historical Context in "Through the Looking Glass"
Victorian Era Setting (1871)
Social and Cultural Climate
Written during the height of the Victorian era
Period marked by rapid industrialization and social change
Strong emphasis on proper behavior, manners, and social etiquette
Clear class distinctions and rigid social hierarchies
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Children's Literature Revolution
Growing middle class created new market for children's books
Shift from purely didactic literature to entertainment
Rise of "Golden Age" of children's literature
Emergence of fantasy as a respected genre
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Lewis Carroll's World
Oxford Academic Life
Carroll (Charles Dodgson) was a mathematics lecturer at Christ Church, Oxford
Victorian Oxford was a hub of academic and intellectual life
Strong influence of logic and mathematics in the narrative structure
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Social Changes and Education
Growing emphasis on formal education
Debates about childhood and development
Rise of middle-class values and aspirations
Scientific Developments
Darwin's theories challenging traditional worldviews
New discoveries in physics and mathematics
Growing interest in logic and language
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Cultural References and Satire
Victorian Education System
Criticism of rote learning
Mockery of contemporary educational practices
Emphasis on memorization and recitation
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The Victorian Era (1871) was a time of remarkable transformation in British society. The period was characterized by rapid industrialization, strict social codes, and dramatic cultural shifts. This was the fascinating backdrop against which Lewis Carroll wrote 'Through the Looking Glass.'
The era saw unprecedented technological advancement and social change
Society was governed by extremely rigid rules of etiquette and proper behavior
Class distinctions were sharp and clearly defined
Analogy
Think of Victorian society as a perfectly arranged chess board, where each piece had its designated place and role - much like the chess-themed structure of 'Through the Looking Glass.'
Example
A middle-class person would need to follow specific rules about everything from how to properly hold a teacup to the appropriate time to make social calls.
Common Mistake
Many people assume the Victorian era was simply about strict morals, but it was actually a period of intense scientific and social progress beneath the formal exterior.
