Common questions about Lewis Carroll

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Charles Dodgson born and where did he grow up?

Charles Dodgson was born on the 27th of January 1832 at All Saints' Vicarage in Daresbury, Cheshire. He grew up in a large, conservative household where most male ancestors served as army officers or clergy.

What date did the story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland begin?

The story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland began on the 4th of July 1862 during a rowing trip on the River Thames. Dodgson improvised the tale for three young girls including Alice Liddell, who begged him to write it down.

How many photographs did Lewis Carroll create and when did he stop taking them?

Lewis Carroll created around 3,000 images using the wet collodion process before abruptly ceasing photography in 1880. Fewer than 1,000 of these photographs have survived due to deliberate destruction and the passage of time.

What mathematical concepts did Charles Dodgson develop during his career?

Charles Dodgson developed new ideas in linear algebra including the first printed proof of the Rouché, Capelli theorem. He also created the Method of Trees which is recognized as the earliest modern use of a truth tree and invented the word ladder puzzle known as Doublets.

When did Charles Dodgson die and where was he buried?

Charles Dodgson died of pneumonia following influenza on the 14th of January 1898 at his sisters' home The Chestnuts in Guildford, Surrey. He was interred at the Mount Cemetery in Guildford and later commemorated at All Saints' Church, Daresbury.