The Westminster Alice facts for kids
First edition cover of The Westminster Alice
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| Author | Hector Hugh Munro (Saki) |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Fantasy novel, parody |
| Published | 1902 (The Westminster Gazette) |
| Media type | Print (hardback) |
| Pages | xii, 152 |
The Westminster Alice is a book from 1902. It's a collection of short stories, or vignettes, written by Hector Hugh Munro, also known as Saki. The stories were first printed in The Westminster Gazette newspaper in London.
This book is a special kind of story called a parody. A parody makes fun of or imitates another work in a funny way. The Westminster Alice is a funny take on Lewis Carroll's famous books: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (from 1865) and Through the Looking-Glass (from 1871).
What is The Westminster Alice About?
This book uses the characters and ideas from Alice's adventures to talk about politics. It makes fun of the important political events and leaders of the time. Alice tries to understand what's happening in the world around her, but it's all very confusing.
Who Drew the Pictures?
The book has 48 drawings. These were made by Francis Carruthers Gould. He based his drawings on the original pictures by John Tenniel from Lewis Carroll's Alice books.
Which Politicians Appear in the Book?
Many famous British politicians from that time are shown as characters from Alice's Wonderland. It's a clever way to comment on their actions and ideas.
- Joseph Chamberlain is shown as the Queen of Hearts, the Red Queen, and the Mad Hatter.
- Arthur Balfour appears as the White Queen and the March Hare.
- The Marquess of Salisbury is the King of Hearts and the Dormouse.
- Archbishop of Canterbury Frederick Temple is the Duchess.
- Redvers Buller is shown as Humpty Dumpty.
