Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll)

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll)

Year
1976
Face Value
30
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Writers & Poets, Culture & Heritage

Catalogs References

Michel
KM 283A
Yvert & Tellier
KM 146

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Perforation
13½
Printing
Offset lithography
Issued in 1976 as part of a Children's Literature and Fairy Tales series, this stamp commemorates Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the classic novel by Lewis Carroll, first published in 1865. The design depicts Alice and the White Rabbit holding a pocket watch, surrounded by the imaginative and whimsical scenery of Wonderland. The story has become one of the most famous works of children's literature, celebrated for its fantasy, memorable characters, and enduring influence on popular culture.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Federal and Islamic Republic of the Comoros highlighted the importance of children's literature in education, imagination, and cultural development. The issue celebrated one of the world's most beloved literary works and encouraged appreciation of storytelling, creativity, and the rich heritage of classic literature enjoyed by generations of readers.