The force of social satire & fantasy in the original text of Alice in Wonderland" is as relevant today as when the novel was first published in 1865. This version of Carrolls classic tale is a startling departure from the traditional Victorian approach. In his introduction Ralph Steadman describes how a fresh illustrative perspective created an original modern vision. The irony & satire of " Alice in Wonderland" acquires new life with Steadmans audacious & dynamic illustrations. The 47 pen & ink illustrations from the critically acclaimed 1968 edition are faithfully restored & reformatted. The energy imagination & power of Steadmans pen introduces the wit & wisdom of Alice to a new generation of readers. Lewis Carroll is the pseudonym of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson 1832-1898. " Alice in Wonderland" was first published in 1865. Ralph Steadmans illustrations have appeared in newspapers magazines & dozens of books including Hunter S. Thompsons " Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas"."