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1973 Alice's Adventures In Wonderland L. Carroll Paperback Puffin Fiction Book
Alice's Adventures In Wonderland and Through The Looking Glass
By Lewis Carroll
With Ninety-Two Illustrations by John Tenniel
Published by Penguin Books: Ringwood, VIC 1973
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The Cautious Amorist by Norman Lindsay is a witty and sensual comic novel set in an idyllic tropical paradise where social conventions begin to dissolve under the influence of beauty, desire, and temptation. The story follows a reserved and intellectually cautious man who finds himself drawn into a world far more passionate and impulsive than the orderly life he prefers. Surrounded by eccentric personalities and alluring women, he struggles to maintain his sense of restraint while the lush island environment steadily undermines his carefully guarded morality. Lindsay uses the setting as both satire and fantasy, creating a dreamlike atmosphere where civilized behavior is constantly challenged by instinct and attraction.
As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist becomes entangled in romantic misunderstandings, flirtations, and emotional conflicts that test his cautious nature. Lindsay treats these situations with humor rather than tragedy, mocking hypocrisy and social prudishness while celebrating vitality, sensuality, and freedom. The women in the novel are portrayed as confident, spirited, and often more emotionally honest than the men around them, a recurring feature of Lindsay's fiction. Through playful dialogue and exaggerated situations, the novel examines the tension between repression and desire, suggesting that excessive caution can prevent people from fully experiencing life and love.
Beyond its romantic comedy elements, the book reflects Lindsay's broader artistic philosophy that beauty and pleasure are natural forces unfairly restricted by rigid morality and social expectation. His own illustrations enhance the novel's playful and provocative tone, blending classical influences with light satire. Though less controversial than some of his other works, The Cautious Amorist still carries Lindsay's characteristic mix of eroticism, humor, and rebellion against conservative values. The novel remains an example of mid-20th-century Australian literary satire, combining romance, farce, and philosophical reflection within an escapist tropical setting."
General wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Binding solid with no loose pages. Some yellowing to pages. Nothing loose. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 18cm x 11cm x 2cm (347 Pages)
