Engaging the Snark

Focusing on the structure and poetic elements of The Hunting of the Snark, this commentary delves into its historical context and the illustrations by Henry Holiday. It highlights the poem's status as a premier example of epic nonsense. The author, Selwyn Goodacre, boasts an extensive Lewis Carroll collection and has held significant roles within the Lewis Carroll Society, enriching his analysis with years of dedicated research on Carroll's works, particularly the Alice books.