Morton Norton Cohen

Examines the life of the enigmatic author of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," who was an Oxford don, pioneering photographer, shy bachelor, and humorist

A Biography

Lewis Carroll

Cohen has crafted an intriguing, if imperfect, biography of a complex figure. Spanning over 600 pages, the book offers a multidimensional portrait of Carroll, even if some conclusions now seem questionable in light of Leach's later evidence. While not without flaws, Cohen largely succeeds in bringing Carroll to life in all his contradictions—no small feat given the enigmatic nature of his subject. I found the depth of Cohen's research impressive, and his writing made even Carroll's more esoteric pursuits engaging. This biography may not be the final word, but it captures the imagination and immerses the reader in Carroll's world.

Lewis Carroll A Biography

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