Death of Lewis Carroll's Father
Poet involved
What happened
In 1868, Lewis Carroll's father, Charles Dodgson, passed away. This event marked a significant emotional turning point for Carroll, who had a close relationship with his father. The loss impacted his personal life and may have influenced the themes of loss and nostalgia found in his later works.
Literary impact
The death of his father introduced themes of grief and reflection into Carroll's writing, as he grappled with the complexities of loss. This emotional depth can be seen in his later poetry, where he often explored the fleeting nature of childhood and the passage of time.
Source: Wikipedia
