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The whimsical characters and playful language challenge conventional thinking, encouraging listeners to embrace their creativity and view the world from new perspectives. As relevant today as when it was first published, Carroll's work reminds us of the importance of curiosity and the joy of exploring the unknown. Experience the enchanting journey that continues to captivate audiences of all ages.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75030779</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75030779/through_the_looking_glass_lewis_carroll.mp3" length="95942810" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Horatio Alger, Jr.</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Through the Looking-Glass" by Lewis Carroll invites listeners into a fantastical world where logic is turned on its head and imagination reigns supreme. 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