Alice's Adventures in Wonderland · Character

Jubjub bird

  • Minor
  • First seen · Book 2 · Ch. 1

The Jubjub bird arrives first as a name to be wary of, a sharp little warning in a world where nonsense can still feel ominous. It remains unseen, its danger carried by the sound of its name.

First appears
Book 2 · Ch. 1
Books
1

The Jubjub bird is introduced in the poem as something to beware. It is not encountered or developed further in the book, remaining a menacing presence in the poem’s warning.

Description

The Jubjub bird is identified only as a bird, with no details given about its size, coloring, plumage, beak, or eyes. Its appearance is left entirely to the imagination, while its name alone lends it an ominous presence. The book names the Jubjub bird but provides no visual description. Its plumage, size, shape, beak, eyes, and distinguishing features remain unspecified. No particular posture, clothing, or demeanor is established.

Story so far

  1. BOOK 2Through The Looking Glass

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