The Borogoves, Toves and the Raths, illustration from Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll 1832-98 first published 1871

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"The Borogoves, Toves, and the Raths" is an iconic illustration from the classic children's novel "Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There" by Lewis Carroll, whose real name was Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832–1898). The illustration was created by Sir John Tenniel (1820–1914), an English illustrator, graphic humorist, and political cartoonist, who is perhaps best known for his work in Lewis Carroll's "Alice" books. First published in 1871, "Through the Looking-Glass" is the sequel to Carroll's earlier work, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" (1865).

Tenniel's illustrations are integral to the enduring popularity and visual interpretation of Carroll's tales. "The Borogoves, Toves, and the Raths" depicts characters from the nonsense poem "Jabberwocky," which is featured in the novel. The poem is known for its nonsensical words and whimsical language, which Carroll created to amuse and intrigue his readers. In the poem, the toves are described as slithy creatures that gyre and gimble, the borogoves are mimsy, and the raths are described as outgrabe.

Tenniel's illustration brings these imaginative creatures to life with his meticulous Victorian style, capturing the fantastical and absurd nature of Carroll's creation. His work is characterized by its clean lines, attention to detail, and the ability to convey the story's whimsy and satire. The collaboration between Carroll and Tenniel resulted in a series of images that have become definitive representations of the "Alice" universe, influencing countless adaptations and interpretations.

As a testament to its cultural significance, the illustration, along with the rest of Tenniel's artwork for the "Alice" books, has been the subject of scholarly analysis and has been included in numerous editions of the novels over the years. The enduring appeal of Tenniel's illustrations lies in their ability to capture the reader's imagination, just as Carroll's text plays with language and logic. Together, they have cemented "Through the Looking-Glass" as a cornerstone of children's literature and have contributed to the book's status as a work of enduring literary and artistic merit.

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