Alice in Blunderland: an Iridescent Dream by John Kendrick Bangs is a whimsical and humorous retelling of the classic Alice in Wonderland story. Bangs takes readers on a journey through a surreal and nonsensical world, filled with quirky characters and absurd situations.

The story follows Alice as she falls down a rabbit hole and finds herself in the strange land of Blunderland. Along the way, she encounters a variety of odd creatures, such as the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, and the Queen of Hearts. Each character adds their own unique flavor to the story, making for a delightfully entertaining read.

Bangs' writing style is light and playful, with plenty of witty humor and charm. The language is colorful and vivid, painting a vivid picture of the fantastical world of Blunderland. The author also incorporates elements of satire and social commentary, adding depth to the story.

Overall, Alice in Blunderland is a delightful and captivating read for fans of fantasy and humor. Bangs' clever reimagining of a beloved classic is sure to entertain readers of all ages.

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John Kendrick Bangs (May 27, 1862 – January 21, 1922) was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangasian Fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife. (Wikipedia)
Plot summary: J K Bangs has taken Alice from Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland” and lets her on a boring day travel with the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Cheshire Cat and the other of Carroll’s familiar characters to Blunderland. The story is a well written Satire, a witty, humorous tale of adventure and city politics, a tale of Alice in a land where nothing is as it should be. (Summary by Lars Rolander)