| Author |
Raspe, Rudolf Erich, 1737-1794 |
| Translator |
Suomalainen, Samuli, 1850-1907 |
| Title |
Paroni von Münchhausenin retket ja seikkailut
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baron_Munchausen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 40.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juha Kiuru
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| Summary |
"Paroni von Münchhausenin retket ja seikkailut" by Rudolf Erich Raspe is a collection of fantastical tales written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the outrageous exploits of the titular character, Baron Münchhausen, who embarks on a series of ludicrous adventures that blend humor, exaggeration, and wit. Through his misadventures, the Baron traverses various landscapes and encounters an array of outlandish challenges, showcasing his larger-than-life persona. The opening of this collection introduces the reader to the Baron as he embarks on a winter journey toward Russia. During this journey, he encounters a freezing man, whom he helps by sharing his cloak. As he continues, he finds himself in increasingly absurd situations, such as waking up to discover his horse hanging from a church steeple after a night in the snow. The narrative immediately sets a whimsical tone, filled with unexpected twists and showcases the Baron's knack for survival and ingenuity in extraordinary circumstances. With vivid storytelling, the initial chapters promise readers a mix of humor, adventure, and charm, engaging them with the delightful escapades of the eccentric Baron. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Humorous stories
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Voyages, Imaginary -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Tall tales
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48623 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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