Alice in Wonderland is a well-known children's story written by Lewis Carroll. The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit hole and finds herself in a magical world called Wonderland. Throughout her journey, Alice encounters various strange characters, including the infamous Queen of Hearts. However, the topic here is not the Queen of Hearts but the "witch" in Alice in Wonderland. Interestingly, there is no typical witch portrayed in the story. The magical elements in Wonderland are more whimsical and peculiar rather than dark and sinister.
The magical elements in Wonderland are more whimsical and peculiar rather than dark and sinister. In the story, Alice encounters several peculiar characters that may be interpreted as somewhat witch-like. For instance, the character of the Duchess seems mysterious and slightly witchy, with her perpetually grinning Cheshire Cat.
The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, and Coroline are connected: THE GOODWITCH THEORY
The Good Witch Theory explains the shared universe of the Coroline, Wizard of Oz, and Alice in wonderland. All 3 of the movies share a connection via the good witch.
(Thanks to the Theorizer for pointing out several similarities between the movies)
(ALSO. PLEASE TELL ME IF YOU CAN SEE THE PICTURES I ADDED. WHILE TYPING, THEY LOOK LIKE CAMERAS.)
Part 1: The Wizard of Oz.
The Theorizer explained that the Good witch knew what the Ruby red shoes did, and pointed out the fact that the Tin man (a copy of a person Dorothy knows from the “Real world”) released the rope from the Wizard’s balloon. The Tinman infact unwrapped the rope deliberately before letting go.
The Good witch used Dorothy to remove the three other powerful magic users in Oz. The Wizard, The Wicked witch, and the witch crushed by Dorothy’s house. The Good witch was left as the sole magic user in Oz, free to rule it, with support from the Munchkins.
Dorothy, once finished with her task, is let go. The Good witch doesn’t need her anymore, and lets her go peacefully to give her a pleasant tale to tell others. This lures in more children to Oz.
Now free of the other magic users, The Good witch has complete control of oz. She uses this power to shape Oz into a pleasant world, tailored for each child that enters. The only catch is that she kills the children, for their souls, to sustain her power. This was probably what she kept the munchkins for. Children overtime come to Oz, via the custom entrance that she created for them.
The Entrance in Wonderland: (Illustrated)
The Entrance in Coroline:📷
(The entrance in Dorothy’s case was different because of the other magic users.)
Part 2: Alice in Wonderland:
As more and more children come to Oz, the more vibrant and creative it can become. The more unique each experience is. Oz comes to know many names and appearances, such as wonderland. In this case, the Good witch has changed her appearance to the Queen of Hearts.
This is the depiction of the witch at her full power. After her encounter with Alice, However, the effects of time, and actions of Alice begin to effect her, and her powers begin to fail.
Over Time, less children come to Oz. Either due to a warning from Alice, or the eventual construction of the Pink Palace Apartments.
Part 3: Before Coroline
Before Coroline, the witch begins a process of rationing the few children she collects. She makes a way to keep the children stay with her permanently: The Buttons
The Buttons keep the children in Oz, sustaining her barely enough to keep the dimension held together. One of these such children are Wybe’s Grandmother’s Sister.
Following her disappearance, The entrance to Oz (connected to the House) is sealed up.
Part 4: Coroline:Coroline was the final victem of the Good witch, defeatintg her, and tearing down her world around her. This movie reveals the extent of the witch’s power loss. Oz is litterlly crumbling without the children holding it together.
Honorable Mentioned Evidence:
When Other Wybie removes his glove in Coroline, it is revealed that he is filled with sand. He is unable to properly speak (even without the stitches), and he has button eyes, stitches, etc. This is vers similar to the idea of a scarecrow to me. He is also kinda stupid compared to coroline, and real Wybie.
The Goodwitch, and queen of hearts both have blue in their eye areas. The goodwitch has blue eyes, the queen of hearts has blue face paint/ eyebrows. This shows the power amount in these two iterations. The Queen, and Good witch's worlds are both extravagant, much like their apperances. In coroline, when the power is failing, the world is small and crumbling, and the "other mother"/witch is now a humble mother/monster. Also, the black button eyes may signify the fact that she is desperate for children. She's impatient, and so insists for coroline to join her.
Edit: Honorable mentions section.
The Entrance in Wonderland: (Illustrated)
Additionally, the Caterpillar, with his hookah and ability to transform, has an aura of mysterious power. Another character that might be associated with witch-like qualities is the Queen of Hearts. Although she is not a traditional witch, her tyrannical and authoritative personality, along with her obsession with beheadings, can be perceived as witch-like characteristics. She is portrayed as a powerful and intimidating ruler, causing fear among the inhabitants of Wonderland. However, it is crucial to remember that Alice in Wonderland is a whimsical and fantastical tale, where characters' traits often defy conventional categorization. The absence of a typical witch figure in the story allows for a more imaginative interpretation of the magical elements in the world of Wonderland. The whimsy and magic of Alice's adventures provide an escape from reality rather than a depiction of traditional witchcraft. In conclusion, although there are characters in Alice in Wonderland that exhibit witch-like attributes, there is no typical witch character. The story transcends conventional depictions of witches and opts for a more whimsical and fantastical portrayal of magic. Alice in Wonderland remains an enchanting tale that captures the imagination of readers of all ages..
Reviews for "Witchcraft in Wonderland: The Magical Realism of Alice's Adventure"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Alice in Wonderland Witch". The storyline felt confusing and disjointed, and the characters were not well-developed. I couldn't connect with Alice or any other character, and their motivation for their actions was unclear. Additionally, the writing style was hard to follow, with overly descriptive passages that didn't add anything to the story. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating and tedious read.
2. Emma - 1 star - "Alice in Wonderland Witch" was completely underwhelming. I expected a magical and enchanting story, but instead, I was bored throughout the entire book. The plot lacked depth and creativity, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The dialogue was stilted and unnatural, making it difficult to engage with the story. On top of that, the pacing was extremely slow, and there was a lack of suspense or excitement. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for an enjoyable fantasy read.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Alice in Wonderland Witch", but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The writing style was overly flowery, making it hard to focus on the actual plot. The story itself lacked originality and felt like a poor imitation of Alice in Wonderland. The characters were forgettable, and their actions didn't always make sense. I struggled to finish this book and felt relief when I finally reached the end. Overall, it was a disappointing read that I wouldn't recommend to others.
4. Michael - 3 stars - While "Alice in Wonderland Witch" had an interesting concept, it failed to deliver on execution. The world-building felt incomplete, leaving many questions unanswered. The main character, Alice, lacked depth and her journey didn't resonate with me. The pacing was uneven, with rushed sections followed by long periods of stagnation. Although there were some moments of creativity, they were overshadowed by the overall mediocrity of the book. I wouldn't say it was terrible, but it definitely didn't live up to its potential.